JUNE 2025
The Remarkable History of Penikese Island Talk
JUNE 26 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Tickets - $8
Advance ticket and registration highly recommended.
Space is Limited.
Penikese Island, a 75-acre wildlife sanctuary at the southwest end of the Elizabeth Island chain, has played many roles throughout its rich history. Once home to a natural history summer sch
JUNE 26 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Tickets - $8
Advance ticket and registration highly recommended.
Space is Limited.
Penikese Island, a 75-acre wildlife sanctuary at the southwest end of the Elizabeth Island chain, has played many roles throughout its rich history. Once home to a natural history summer school and later a leper colony, it now serves as a vital refuge for endangered seabirds. Today, the Penikese Island School uses this living classroom to inspire environmental literacy and stewardship. We invite you to explore the island’s remarkable legacy and its ongoing contributions to conservation and science education.
May 2025
Artist Talk with Karen Rinaldo
Artist Talk with Karen Rinaldo
Artist Talk with Karen Rinaldo
MAY 15 | 6-7:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Free with limited availability. Registration recommended.
Nobska Volunteer Orientation
Artist Talk with Karen Rinaldo
Artist Talk with Karen Rinaldo
MAY 20 | 2 Sessions (10AM-12PM & 1-3PM)
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
April 2025
Resilient Woods Hole Climate Change Talk
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
APRIL 16 | 4-5:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Free and open to the public. Registration recommended.
An insightful talk on the impacts of climate change in Woods Hole and the initiatives taken by ResilientWoodsHole. This event will feature a senior advisor from the MBL and a member of the WHOI Corporation, who will d
APRIL 16 | 4-5:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Free and open to the public. Registration recommended.
An insightful talk on the impacts of climate change in Woods Hole and the initiatives taken by ResilientWoodsHole. This event will feature a senior advisor from the MBL and a member of the WHOI Corporation, who will delve into the ongoing efforts to enhance resilience in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts and learn more about local strategies to combat climate change.
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
APRIL 24 | 4-5:30 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Free and open to the public. Registration recommended.
Come meet Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy for a book signing and talk. Learn the importance of Nobska Light in her book, A Home in Woods Hole.
Falmouth H.S. Art Exhibit
Elizabeth Heslop Sheehy Book Talk & Signing
Falmouth H.S. Art Exhibit
MARCH 27 - APRIL 11
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
"Back to the Lighthouse"
Artwork & Broadsides by Falmouth High School Art & Literature Students
We're delighted to announce an upcoming Reception and Art Exhibit
with over 60 unique pieces displayed in the Keeper's House of Nobska Light.
Reception: Thursday, March 27
4:30
MARCH 27 - APRIL 11
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
"Back to the Lighthouse"
Artwork & Broadsides by Falmouth High School Art & Literature Students
We're delighted to announce an upcoming Reception and Art Exhibit
with over 60 unique pieces displayed in the Keeper's House of Nobska Light.
Reception: Thursday, March 27
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Please register below for the reception.
Exhibition Viewing: Tuesdays 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
And by appointment*
Contact info@friendsofnobska.org for appointments.
Reception and exhibit are free and open to the public.
Falmouth 250 Public Tours
Falmouth 250 Public Tours
Falmouth H.S. Art Exhibit
APRIL 2 | 10 AM -2 PM (last tour 1:15)
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Tickets: $10
Children must be 45" or taller.
Advance ticket purchase is highly encouraged.
Tours are limited to 6 per tour, run every 15 minutes, and estimated duration is 45 minutes. Walk-ins welcome pending availability. Credit cards only.
Special
APRIL 2 | 10 AM -2 PM (last tour 1:15)
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
Tickets: $10
Children must be 45" or taller.
Advance ticket purchase is highly encouraged.
Tours are limited to 6 per tour, run every 15 minutes, and estimated duration is 45 minutes. Walk-ins welcome pending availability. Credit cards only.
Special tower tours and storytelling commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The story of John Slocum’s young son (Oliver or William)—a boy of about ten years old—undertaking a perilous night journey to warn the town of Falmouth is one of extraordinary courage and determination.
Email questions to: info@friendsofnobska.org.
Volunteer Open House
Falmouth 250 Public Tours
Volunteer Open House
APRIL 5 | 10 AM - 2 PM
Nobska Lighthouse
233 Nobska Road
Woods Hole, MA
No registration required.
Are you passionate about lighthouses or have a special connection to Nobksa Light?
Come join us and learn about the different roles in support of the Friends of Nobska Light.
Email questions: volunteer@friendsofnobska.org
A Valentine's Celebration & Fundraiser for the Friends of Nobska Light- February 13, 2025
Date and time
Thursday, February 13, 2025
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Main Street Gallery, 189 Main Street, Falmouth, MA
Space is Limited - Tickets $30 Per Person
A private ticketed event. Tickets are not available at the door.
Sponsored by the Martha's Vineyard Charitable Foundation
Come join us at the Main Street Gallery - Fine Arts for a delightful evening filled with music, beautiful art, delectable hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to indulge your senses and support the Friends of Nobska Light.
You might even find the perfect Valentine's gift at our silent auction. Artwork by Julia O’Malley-Keyes, Gilded Oyster Jewelry, a personalized brick installed at Nobska Light, a private tour of Nobska and more!
Don't miss out on this unique experience - mark your calendar and join us for a night of artistic inspiration!
Email questions to: outreach@friendsofnobska.org
Holidays by the Sea - December 6, 2024
Date and time
Friday, December 6, 2024
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Nobska Lighthouse Holiday Open House
Sponsored by: Friends of Nobska Light, Inc.
Trolley Service Courtesy of CCRTA
Trolley STOP @ MBL's Candle House, 127 Water Street, Woods Hole Village
Take the trolley from MBL's Candle House @ 127 Water Street in Woods Hole Village to Nobska Point to have your picture taken with Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday music by The Brass Ring ensemble. Warm up inside the renovated Keepers House, enjoy cocoa and cookies provided by Coffee Obsession, color a portrait of Nobska created by local artist Karen Rinaldo, Gallery on Main, and see inside the lighthouse tower at night!
*Please note, there will be limited to no public parking at Nobska Lighthouse. Trolly service is encouraged.
**ADA accessibility accommodations may be made by reserving ahead: email outreach@friendsofnobska.org
Veterans Day - November 11, 2024
Date and time
Monday, November 11, 2024
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM, Last Tour @ 3:45 PM
Please note, children must be 45" or taller for tower tours.
Friends of Nobska Light Fundraiser at Main Street Gallery! - February 14, 2023
Date and time
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EST
You're invited to attend SweetART for Nobska! An evening at the Jim Fox Main Street Gallery & Real Estate to support the Friends of Nobska Light. Come and enjoy the hors-d'oeuvres, and a toast to Nobska, the Fine Art Gallery, and the Live music by the Paul Ross Trio. There will be an opportunity to purchase a Granite Brick to support The Friends of Nobska Light, which enters you to win a "Behind the Scenes" tour of the Lighthouse and Keeper's House, site of the future Maritime Museum. *The purchase of one ticket entitles you to an RSVP for up to two people.* Every attendee will receive a chocolate gift donated by Ghelfi's Candies of Cape Cod.
National Lighthouse Day! - August 7, 2024
Date and time
Wed, August 7, 2024
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Last Tour @ 5:15 PM
You're invited to celebrate National Lighthouse Day at Nobska! An evening of fun filled family activities:
Tours to the top of the Tower, Ice Cream Truck, Children's Activities along with a visit to our Gift Shop.
Friends of Nobska Light Fundraiser at Shipwrecked!- August 31, 2022
Date and time
Wed, August 31, 2022
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Please join the Friends of Nobska Light at Shipwrecked for a night of fundraising! Come and enjoy Shipwrecked's outdoor patio, private cash bar, appetizer platters provided, and Silent Auction! Tickets sold at $45.00 per person.
National Lighthouse Day! - August 7th, 2022
Date and time
Sun, August 7, 2022
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT
On Sunday 8/7 the Friends of Nobska Light encourage you to visit the public grounds and
celebrate the history and heritage of Nobska Light.
Raise a Glass to Nobska! - July 27, 2022
$45 pp
Complimentary glass of wine & keepsake wine glass
Live music until 7pm
Signature Cocktail
Capt. Pete’s Pinot Grigio
Cash Bar ~ Food Truck ~ Silent Auction
Photo-op with the recently-unveiled lighthouse sand sculpture!
