Kelley Chapel

Although this small chapel is not routinely open for visitation, a brief walk down the Nature Trails will allow you to enjoy the ambience of this small church nestled in a secluded meadow. Built as a non-sectarian chapel in 1873, the building was intended to provide a place for families of the South Yarmouth fishing community to worship and learn scriptures.

The chapel was built by a Quaker family named Kelley, and it was a descendant of the original builder who donated the structure to the historical society in 1960. The chapel was then moved from its original location, near the Quaker Meeting House in South Yarmouth, to the meadow where you see it at present. Today it is used by the society for special events, including an ecumenical Thanksgiving Service, and is also rented out for weddings.

Today it is used by the Society for special events, including the annual 4th July member picnic, an ecumenical Thanksgiving Service and the Annual Holiday Stroll. It is also the unique setting and location for many memorable summer weddings, baptisms, anniversary celebrations, memorial services, concerts and theatrical events. We can assist with planning by providing a listing of officiants, musicians, and transportation. For more information, contact Sally Chaison at saraat404@comcast.net.

RENTAL
To inquire about the rental of Kelley Chapel for a wedding or event, please contact Sally Chaison at 508 375 6424 or email at saraat404@comcast.net. The chapel has a maximum seating capacity of 60 people with events scheduled from mid-spring to mid-December. The rental fee of $500 includes preparation and rehearsal time.

DIRECTIONS
Take Route 6A to exit 7. Right on Willow Street to Route 6A. Right on 6A approximately two miles. Entrance to Nature Trails is located just before you get to the Yarmouth Port Post Office. Kelley Chapel is reached by walking down the entrance of the trails approximately 100 yards. (From Route 28, take Willow Street, West Yarmouth Road, or Station Avenue to get to Route 6A.)