Cuttyhunk Historical Society

Cuttyhunk Land and Sea
Explore underwater sea life with the photographs of diver/photographer, Andrew Martinez and view migratory birds in the photographs taken by Cuttyhunker, David Twichell.

Boat Models of the Elizabeth Islands
View model boats built for races, display, or just for fun--all meticulous examples of the art and craft of model boat making. Spanning a century, 1870s through the 1970s, these models still evoke the joys of sailing and exemplify the lovely lines of vessels under sail.

Special Exhibition 2009-2010

Fish Tales, Hooks, and Chums: Fishing the Elizabeth Islands

A celebration of fishing!  Photographs—old and new, skin-stuffed fish—including a world record-holder, fish (in) art, island fishing guide history, trophies, tackle, bass boat information, real fish, plugs, lures, and jigs and much more.

Fish Tales, Hooks, and Chums - Plugs display

The Museum is open in 2010 from Friday, June 25 to Labor Day, September 6th.
Admission is free, donations appreciated.

Please note that arrangement to visit the Museum during unscheduled hours can be made by contacting Kathryn Balistrieri:  508 984 4611

Fish Tales Preview Reception (Shelly Merriam, June 25, 2009)

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Banner photo on this site courtesy of Dana Morris, early 1970s, showing Bell 6 and the windmill.