Be a part of something special...

It happens only one night a year...the magical Harbor Illumination. Join us as we once again light the harbor with more than one thousand flares celebrating Hull's maritime heritage. There is so much happening at this year's Illumination!

5 PM Coast Guard City Commemoration, Hull Cemetery

6-8 PM Tours, Music, Food, Family Fun, Hull Lifesaving Museum

8:30 PM Harbor Illumination!

Remember, Honor, Celebrate! Sponsor a Flare

Volunteers are Needed

Contact: [email protected] if you would like to help. For many years, the Illumination has been one of our most successful (and fun) annual events.

Currently At the Museum  

Summer Exhibit
Collection Highlight

Fog Horn from the Schooner Nancy
In 1927 the 5-masted schooner Nancy went aground on Nantasket Beach. Currently the museum has on display some of the artifacts including the fog horn from the Nancy. Also on display for the summer are images capturing the look and feel of the spectacular inns, luxurious steamboats and the extraordinary spectacle that was Paragon Park that attracted thousands to Hull and Nantasket Beach at the turn of the 20th century. Be sure to add a visit to the museum to your list of must-do's this summer. Learn More

Summer Adventure

Here we go! A fun-filled season has begun for our youth Summer Adventure program. Tide pool explorations, model boat building, shipwrecks and pirate outings abound.

Each week includes hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and a fun mix of history, science and arts. Pictured here is our ever-popular block and tackle that combines an opportunity to learn about simple machines while having fun lifting weights.

The adventure begins next week, July 5. There is still limited space available each week, including the extended day program. So, sign up now online to book a spot for any of the 7 program weeks.

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Friday Morning En Plein Air 

The longstanding tradition of Friday morning En Plein Air painting continues in collaboration with Hull Artists.

All artists are welcome to participate, from beginners to professionals painting typically from 9am - noon. Please bring materials of your choice. A chair, hat, and water bottle are recommended.

Here's the schedule for July.

-July 1 - Windmill Point Boathouse at the Gut

-July 8 - Corner of T Street & Cadish on the Bay

-July 15 - Adjacent to Hull Yacht Club

-July 22 - Bernie King Pavillion

-July 29 - Fort Revere

For more information on weekly painting locations, please follow the Friday Painters in Hull Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/fridaypaintersinhull or contact us at [email protected].

Thank you to Marianne Buckley-Curran for organizing!

Hope to see you there!

Nantasket Lecture Series

Author, Eric Jay Dolin presents:
"Rebels at Sea" Privateering in the American Revolution

Thursday, July 7, 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nantasket Beach Resort
45 Hull Shore Drive, Hull
Fee: $5 donation per person

Eric Jay Dolin presents a brilliant exposition of a little-understood and underappreciated part of the American Revolution.

The Nantasket Beach Lecture Series is a co-presentation by the Hull Lifesaving Museum, the Friends of Hull Public Library, and the Nantasket Beach Resort.

Hull Artists Open Studios
Saturday & Sunday, July 9 & 10

Join us Saturday and Sunday for Hull Artists July Open Studios. From fine paintings and prints to jewelry, ceramics and fiber arts, there is something for everyone!

Be inspired by our incredibly talented community, and take a piece of inspiration home. The Hull Lifesaving Museum will be hosting five outstanding local artists:

Priscilla Beadle
Marilyn MacDonnell
Valerie Mine
Cheryl Pooler
Simone Scholes

July Vacation - Kids Art with Jeff Menice

Friday, July 15, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Ages: 7-10
Grades 1-4
Fee: $25.00

Back by popular demand! Join instructor, artist, and teacher Jeff Menice for two hours dedicated to a summery

This program is limited to 15 children. To register, visit our website or for further details regarding the program contact us by email or call us at 781-925=5433.

Please note: All participants must have at least one dose of an approved Covid vaccine administered on or before July 8 in order to participate.

On-the-Waterfront

Adult Rowing Summer Season is in Full Swing at Windmill Point Boathouse, Hull
Warm summer evenings are especially joyous when we take time to pause and reflect as the sun sets on our shores. Our Adult Rowing program is a fun, safe, and healthy way to experience and explore Boston Harbor. If you'd like to be a part of this merry band of rowers come down some Saturday morning at 7:30 and give it a try.

and at our Boston Rowing Center, Seaport Boston

City dwellers need look no further than our downtown Boston location for the opportunity to be part of a growing legion of hearty rowers exploring the edges of the Boston waterfront. Adjacent to the Barking Crab in Boston's Seaport District is our city fleet of pilot gigs and coxed 4's offering all the pleasures of rowing without leaving the city.

For more information contact us at 781-925-5433 send us an email

Facility Rental

If you're looking for an unforgettable venue, a unique spot to throw a memorable party, or the perfect setting to host a work meeting, or family gathering we'd love to help. The Museum is a beautiful, historic, waterfront venue available to rent for smaller events; 50 sitting and 75 standing. The proceeds from Museum rentals support our exhibits and programs. For more information contact us at 781-925-5433 or email us for more details.

Volunteer Opportunities Abound

Seeking Summer Volunteers

For Museum Tours & Gift Shop
Afternoons (12:30 - 4:00)

People person? Open to volunteers who enjoy history. Ideal for adults or especially teens seeking community service hours. it's a great way to learn more about our local history, interact with visitors from around town and around the world. Hours are flexible but most needed during the summer season.

Landscaping & Small Carpentry
Interested in working behind the scenes? We have a running list of small maintenance tasks that may include but is not limited to carpentry, painting, and gardening, etc.

Event Assistance

Interested in helping to support the Hull Lifesaving Museum look great and deliver on our signature events? We seek volunteer support to help us during events such as exhibit openings, fundraisers, and lecdtures. Some lifting may be needed but not required. This role may include setting up chairs or tables, manning information tables, checking in guests, cleaning up after events, and/or working with vendors or guests during events.

If you would love to help, we would love to have you! Contact Maureen Gillis for more details.

Mark Your Calendar

Keep On the Look Out For These

Upcoming Events

-July 7 - Lecture: Eric Jay Dolin - "Rebels at Sea"
-July 9-10 - Hull Artists Open Studios at HLM
-July 15 - Jeff Menice - Art Workshop for Kids
-July 30 - Harbor Illumination
-August 9 - USCG - Pt. Allerton - Pot Luck Dinner
-August 18 - Lecture: William Martin - "December 41"
-August 19 - Jeff Menice - Art Workshop for Kids
-October 8 - Head of the Weir
-November 19 - Icebreaker Youth Races