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Legendary Locals of Falmouth Book Signing

There will be a book signing for Legendary Locals of Falmouth at Falmouth History Society’s Education Center at 55 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA 02541 on February 27, 2013 from 6:30-8:00 PM.


Falmouth’s Notable Residents Revealed in New Book


Faces and stories come alive in pictorial history 

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The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s popular Legendary Locals series is Legendary Locals of Falmouth from the Falmouth Historical Society. The book boasts more than 200 vintage images and memories of days gone by.


The settling of Falmouth is a proud and powerful story with unexpected heroes, remarkable achievers and unforgettable characters. The faces and stories of Falmouth range from the town's rebellious founding father, Jonathan Hatch, to the much-loved journalist Kitty Baker.

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Falmouth's past and present have always been marked by exceptional creativity and genius in the arts, sciences and business. Falmouth, it can be said, is a town with a talent for allowing individuals to follow their unique paths. Witness Rachel Carson pursuing her lost birds and marine life at Woods Hole, Gus Canty pursuing his dreams through town sports and James Miskell Sr. beginning the 100-year family legacy of Wood Lumber Company.


This cavalcade of residents is presented in chapters on Falmouth founders, maritime folk, newcomers and creative entrepreneurs. It appeals to all who ever wished to be a part of small-town living.


 Highlights of Legendary Locals of Falmouth:



  • Contains photographs from the archives of the Falmouth Historical Society

  • Focuses on Falmouth’s proprietors, runaways and founders

  • Showcases the many men and women who were dedicated to military and community service

  • Illustrates the arts, sciences and businesses in Falmouth


Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or online


Arcadia Publishing is the leading publisher of local and regional history in the United States.  Our mission is to make history accessible and meaningful through the publication of books on the heritage of America’s people and places. Have we done a book on your town?  Visit www.arcadiapublishing.com.


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The Falmouth Historical Society, founded in 1900, has as its mission the preservation and promotion of the history of Falmouth. The society proudly shares its treasures of photographs and documents from its archives with members and all who wish to share the all-American hometown experience.


Legendary Locals of Falmouth


by Falmouth Historical Society


Legendary Locals Series


Price: $21.99


128 pages/ softcover


Available: February 25, 2013


 

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