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Art & Museums – Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket

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The Underground Art Gallery

Impressionistic paintings are for sale in oil, watercolor and acrylic by Karen North Wells of seascapes, landscapes, flowers and local landmarks. Also over 100 cards, 60 prints and 50 tiles are for sale and on exhibit. Please come visit this unique earth-sheltered gallery covered with 100 tons of earth supported by 10 tree trunks. The gallery... show more

Categories: Art Galleries

673 Satucket Road, Brewster ~ (508) 896-3757 ~

Hadwen House & the Oldest House & Historic Garden

Located at 96 Main Street, The Hadwen House is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1845 by whaling merchant and silver retailer William Hadwen. Hadwen purchased the property on the corner of Pleasant and Main in 1844, and commissioned local builder Frederick Brown Coleman to construct the two-and-a-half storied clapboard house with a five-bayed... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

96 Main Street, Nantucket ~ (508) 228-1894 ~

Whydah Pirate Museum

Come see the world's only authenticated pirate treasure at this brand new interactive museum! It is a great learning experience for children and adults of all ages.

Categories: Children, Historical Museums

(508) 534-9571 ~

WINSTANLEY-ROARK FINE ARTS GALLERY

As artists, art historians, and gallery owners we have carefully and selectively invited other master internationally recognized artists to show at the gallery.

Categories: Art Galleries

744 Main Street, Dennis ~ (508) 385-4713 ~

Cape Cod Museum of Art

Bring the kids to the Kids' Treasure Hunt in the Galleries. Parents enjoy the interaction of sharing art with the children. We offer summer programs for children of all ages.

Categories: Art Museums

60 Hope Lane, Dennis ~ (508) 385-4477 ~

The Sturgis Library

Constructed in 1644 for the Reverend John Lothrop, founder of Barnstable, the house which forms the original part of the Sturgis Library is the oldest library building in the United States. The building is also one of the oldest houses remaining on Cape Cod. Since Reverend Lothrop used the front room of the house for public worship, another... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

3090 Main Street, Barnstable ~ (508) 362-6636 ~

Atlantic White Shark Conservacy

The AWSC Shark Center offers an in-depth look at one of the ocean's most magnificent and misunderstood species: the Great White Shark! Through interactive exhibits, videos, and displays, the center offers many ways to learn about groundbreaking research and one of Cape Cod's most captivating summer residents. The Shark Center caters to all... show more

Categories: Natural History Museums

235 Orleans Rd, Chatham ~ (508) 348-5901 ~

Maria Mitchell Observatory

OBSERVE the sky and the field of astronomy by visiting the historic Vestal Street Observatory or Loines Observatory. DISCOVER the sea and its creatures by visiting the Aquarium. INVESTIGATE the land and its creatures by visiting the Natural Science Museum. LEARN more about Maria Mitchell and her legacy by visiting the Mitchell House. EXPLORE our... show more

Categories: Natural History Museums

4 Vestal St, Nantucket ~ (508) 228-9198 ~

John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum

A visit to the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum will provide you with a glimpse of what Cape Cod meant to our 35th president. Video and photo displays show John Kennedy and his family relaxing, playing football at the Kennedy Compound, and sailing on the ocean to which he was so drawn. The exhibit features over 80 photographs spanning the years... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

397 Main St, Hyannis ~ (508) 790-3077 ~

Coast Guard Heritage Museum

The Museum features items and information covering the history of the Life Saving Service as it existed on Cape Cod, including stations, equipment, and stories.

Categories: Historical Museums

3353 Main Street  , Barnstable ~ 508-362-8521 ~

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Vacation is all about relaxing. What better way to compliment your time basking on the beaches than strolling through the many terrific museums and art galleries on the Cape and Islands. From the Kennedy Museum and Classic Sports Car Collection in Hyannis, the Nantucket Whaling and the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museums on Nantucket, and the Martha’s Vineyard Museum in Edgartown, treat yourself to a wealth of fascinating information about the history of this unique area and view the artifacts that bring it alive for adults and kids alike.

Or, if you are not a history buff, let our Vacation Planner point you in the direction of the myriad of different art galleries featuring eclectic displays of local and other fine art and crafts. A great alternative to sun and crowd exposure on the beaches during the day, museums and galleries also provide a lovely opportunity to prolong the enjoyment of a romantic dining experience in the evenings.

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