Barnstable Historical Society
In Memoriam:
Joseph J. Berlandi
BHS President and Board Member
It is with great sadness we announce that the President of Barnstable Historical Society, Joseph J. Berlandi, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025.
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Joe joined the board in 2014, served as Treasurer 2016-19, and President in 2020-22 and from 2024-2025. Joe was an enthusiastic and generous leader of BHS. The Board and members of the Society are ever grateful to all he contributed not only to the BHS, but to the Barnstable community.
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In Joe's honor and memory, BHS has established the Joseph J. Berlandi Building Fund to carry out Joe’s vision for refurbishing and expanding our capacity at 3087 Main Street for our community and future generations to enjoy. More details to follow.
About BHS
Barnstable Historical Society (BHS) was founded in 1939, on the 300th anniversary of the founding of the town of Barnstable.
The mission of BHS is to create and foster an interest in the cultural heritage and maritime history of Barnstable, Massachusetts. To collect, preserve and exhibit artifacts and documents, and to promote historical research and education.
