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The VISION of the CHO (Orleans Historical Society) is to bring history and culture to life, thus inspiring a shared sense of community and pride in the rich heritage of Orleans.

More upcoming events coming soon - stay tuned!

CHO Programs

Click below for a list of our current and future programs that you can view anytime and anywhere, including history talks and tours, oral histories and more.

CG36500 LIFEBOAT HOUSE PROJECT

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Time To Move The CG36500 
To A Special Place of Its Own

The 36500’s active-duty service has come and gone now, but it and its incredible story live on. For more than 40 years, the Orleans Historical Society/CHO has had the honor of restoring, operating and preserving this treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Now the CHO has the duty to see it better protected and preserved to inspire many generations to come.

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CG36500 TALKS & TOURS

Saturdays and Sundays

1-4pm through October 13

Rock Harbor, Orleans

 

Be invited aboard by our historians and learn more about the incredible history of this National Register vessel.

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