History and…read moreconvenience The very first idea for a library in the town of Falmouth was back in 1792. At first the books were stored where ever there was room and eventually ended up in the town hall. The library finally got a permanent home in 1901. As the town grew the need for a larger library also become obvious. So in 1966 an addition was completed. And again in 1978 another addition was added. And finally in 2008 major renovations took place and now the library is a whole lot larger than the original one but still has the charm of the very first building. The library is beautiful, both inside and out and the additions and renovations blend in extremely well with the original concept so it can be difficult to see exactly where the addtions were added. The seal of the town of Falmouth is even embedded on a dome in the ceiling. The library has lots of very comfy place to sit or study as well as a great local history room, kids department and community room. A lovely and very useful library that has grown along with the town.

We went to this library a lot when our kids were little. They loved it and we loved it. We had not…read morebeen back for a while but wanted to see how it had fared in recent years. It's a small town library that's really crowded during summer tourist season and never used to be crowded at all in the off season when we were often in town. It was jam packed on a cool drizzly summer day. It still has a large lower level children's section. And it is still the place to be with wonderful creative updates. The book areas are nicely delineated by age groups and book styles and there are lots of inspiring posters even on office and closet doors. A creative playhouse is at one end. A local garden having a butterfly release on Saturday was nicely featured with all the details of the event and displayed many correlated books. The librarians were very helpful and parents circulated through the areas with their kids. There did seem to be lots of locals socializing with each other but also some obvious tourists enjoying the facility. The building still has lots of historic charm but there are updates to some areas as well as the exterior. There appeared to be an addition since we were last here and we heard maybe yet another in the near future. Parking was a real problem this week but I would guess they can handle the off season/school year just fine.

We used Island Queen Ferry as transportation to and from Martha's Vineyard on a family vacation…read more The trip was smooth and the staff was friendly!

Highly recommended! Very good ferry to Martha's Vineyard from Falmouth. Was clean, on time, offered…read moreon ship amenities like a bar, etc. seating was fantastic. Great job!

Falmouth the major town on Cape Cod, a beautiful, historic hook-shaped peninsula off the coast of…read moresoutheastern Massachusetts. It is a popular summertime destination, I would visit often with my family during my childhood the town of Barnstable and in later years, we would ferry out to Martha's Vineyard where my parents built a summer home. This summer my husband and I chose Falmouth with its beautiful coastlines and many Cape beaches. Places of interest: Falmouth is home to the Marine Biological Laboratory campus, we visited their Aquarium and Nobska Lighthouse. There are many seafood shacks and restaurants specializing in the ubiquitous Lobster Roll. Main Street is lovely for taking a walk. Falmouth, as much of the Cape, was initially founded by British settlers in the 1600s and mainly known back in the day for fishing and whaling. These days there's much to explore as you drive further out through Hyannis, Chatham, and turn up the hook towards Provincetown on the tip, which is another hub of restaurants and gorgeous coastal areas. Best place for good summer fun sailing, yachting, water sports, exploring and making many beautiful memories. 5 stars - we'll return sooner next time. Thank you!

My wife and I stopped in Falmouth for lunch and shopping. When we returned to our car we were…read moreshocked to see a parking ticket for "parking more than 12 inches from the curb". We were in a designated parking space and could not have been a foot from the curb. Our assumption is that we had an out of state plate on our vehicle. We drove directly to the Town Hall but received no assistance- and just paid the ticket and drove away. We are frequent visitors of Cape Cod but will never return to Falmouth. For a town that thrives on tourism- actions speak louder than words. We suggest driving on to other Cape Cod destinations.

This location is easily accessible and offers complimentary parking. The walking distance from the…read moreparking area to Knob Point is approximately 15 minutes. The walk is scenic and surpasses the quality captured in my photograph. It features a pleasant wooded path leading to the beach, which I highly recommend experiencing with proper footwear due to the stairs, rocks, and tree branches along the trail. Although the path to The Knob was somewhat confusing due to a lack of signage, the overall experience is relaxing with numerous scenic views. I visited in the afternoon and found parking to be readily available. I had a delightful experience. Like I mentioned, my pictures do not do it justice, it is very pretty!

The Knob is a scenic walk through the woods with many trails leading in different directions with…read moresome leading to the beach. I recommend wearing bug spray as there are a lot of bugs along the trail. The paths can be alittle hard to navigate as there are not many signs directing you to The Knob. I wish they would put more signs. It's a very calm and scenic walk . I went around 10am and there was plenty of open parking spots . Keep in mind there are only about 10-15 spots .

If you happen to be visiting downtown Falmouth, it is worth a quick stop in front of the library to…read morepose with the Katherine Lee Bates statue. It's also fun to start singing America the Beautiful at the top of your lungs, and then realize that you have forgotten the lyrics. Then you can contemplate what Amber Waves of Grain and Purple Mountain Majesties are. It's kinda weird doing those last 2 things if you didn't do the first on the list.

Katharine Lee Bates, the poetess who composed "America the Beautiful", was a Falmouth native. Her…read morefather was a pastor at the Congregational Church that overlooks the town green. She taught at Wellesley, penned several books, but it was her lyrics for "America the Beautiful" which immortalized her. Her original 1893 lyrics had phrases like "O beautiful for halcyon skies" and "upon the enameled plains" before it became the "O beautiful for spacious skies" and "fruited plains." Bates' journey from Chicago (and its Columbian Exposition) to Colorado inspired her most famous poem. This statue in front of the public library, sculpted in 1986, apparently depicts Bates as she overlooks the Rockies and Great Plains from Pike's Peak. The statue is in a peaceful spot, albeit in an odd one. It's beside a public parking lot/restroom, and it's the hangout of Falmouth's local tribe of turkeys (no wonder they're avoiding Plymouth) The Katharine Lee Bates statue is a pleasant spot on Main Street Falmouth.

The Woods Hole Library is a charming little place with a view of the Martha's Vineyard Ferry…read more Despite its smallness, they have a diverse selection. The cooking section has official Woods Hole cookbooks (yes, seafood predominates) along with diverse selections like Allison Bechdel's Fun Home graphic novel, books about the Shakers in New England, and weighty Joseph Conrad tomes. They also have several DVDs. The children's room is extensive and has a bird feeder. The place is very old school when it comes to checking out books; it has limited parking, along with odd hours. Housed in a historic 1875 building, it has a beautiful view of the Atlantic. A place for opening the mind.

This is the quintessential "small town" library that has a surprisingly diverse range of books…read more They have unique programs year round such as the "All Ages Coloring Club:" (last Tuesday of every month, 4:00 to 5:00 PM) and children's book clubs. Everyone knows that libraries now offer more than books for loan. Of course, most libraries also offer movies on DVD's and books read aloud on CD's, e-books, and museum passes. (The Woods Hole Library offers all of these items as well as passes to seven different museums). What might not be so well known is that some libraries offer all sorts of "other things" on loan. This growing trend has long been in place at the Woods Hole Public Library. For instance, as a result of a gardening workshop series started five years ago, two sets of "soil block makers" have been available for several growing seasons. Every spring there is a waiting list of people eager to use them. The library also loans a Kindle, a Home Detection Kit for energy conservation, a digital projector, and a portable projection screen. This past summer, two sewing machines joined the line-up of items to borrow. They are both easily portable; one is a Singer "Featherweight" beloved by generations of seamstresses. The other is a Singer 457, notable for its zig-zag stitch. Don't miss the book sale in the basement!

First thing it was open on a Saturday. The postman was Super helpful and the place was clean. I…read morethought I was in a dream.

An OK US Post Office. It has beautiful murals depicting Falmouth history. While it has a somewhat…read moreconfusing layout&the service can vary on who's there, it's the friendly neighborhood post office. People socialize. It tends to be short staffed, so if you have serious postal issues, be prepared to wait at least a half hour. If your mail gets lost... good luck. Parking is a challenge in the spring&summer. There are nearby public lots. It's alright, has a friendly neighborhood feel.