Christmas in Old Bourne Village

Please join us for this Annual Community Christmas Celebration in the Village of Bourne! This year participating organizations include the Jonathan Bourne Public Library, the Briggs-McDermott House, the Aptucxet Garden Club, the Bourne United Methodist Church, the Cataumet Schoolhouse, the Bourne Town Archives and the Bourne Historical Society. Festivities kick off on Friday night, Dec 6th, with all four locations in Bourne Village offering a mix of indoor and outdoor activities for visitors of all ages. Admission is free to all events. Full schedule of events is coming soon!

Museums at Aptucxet: Fall Hours and Tour Information

Come visit the Museums at Aptucxet, where history comes to life against the scenic backdrop of the Cape Cod Canal. The Museums at Aptucxet are closed for the 2024 season for walk-in tours. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited us in 2024! Private tours are still available by booking in advance, offering a personalized experience with deeper insights into our exhibits and historic sites.

Private Tours: These can be arranged for small groups throughout the off-season. The cost is $60 for up to 6 people, with an additional $10 charge per person beyond that. To book your private tour, please email BourneHistoricalSociety@comcast.net or call (508) 759-8167.

We look forward to welcoming you again for walk-in tours starting Memorial Day weekend in 2025! Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to share more of Bourne’s rich history with you next year.