The Museum is closed for the season.

Welcome to the Osterville Historical Museum--home of the Crosby Boats! 
We are dedicated to preserving the history of the village of Osterville. Located near the charming seaside, the Museum complex sits on lovely grounds which are highlighted by an 18th century herbal garden and a 19th century ornamental garden. The Museum's permanent collection includes period decorative arts, furniture, ceramics, and seven full-sized wooden boats. The two-acre campus sits on a quiet street--a perfect spot to enjoy a picnic lunch or a cup of coffee on a sunny day.
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Exhibits: from our 2011 Season...
The Tea Tradition from 1775 to 1914: How the taking of tea went from exotic to a daily ritual. A look at how the trade influenced the rise in fashion of afternoon tea.

The Seance that Made a Boat:  A recreation of the 1948 radio show on WOCB, Cape Cod, which told the story of the famous seance that gave Horace and Worthington Crosby the dimensions for the first Crosby Cat Boat.

Cammett House Restored: newly restored Cammett House and herb garden will have a grand celebration on July 30th. Plan to visit this summer the special historic property and the lovingly restored garden done by the Osterville Garden Club.

Children's Story Hour - Fridays in July & August: 10 a.m. ages 4-6; 11 a.m. ages 7 & up.
   
   
   
   
   
   
Osterville Farmer's Market every Friday @ The Museum!