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

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Plimoth Plantation

At historic Plimoth Plantation, you can experience what that first Thanksgiving was like for the Pilgrims who came to live side by side with, and learn from, the Wampanoag Indians. The English Village is a re-creation of the settlement that existed in 1627. You will meet role playing colonists who speak, act, and dress as the Pilgrims did then,... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth ~ (508) 746-1622 ~

The Granary Gallery

Housed in a restored grain-storage barn, the gallery enjoys a unique setting, exhibiting a combination of fine art and antiques. Come and visit one of the most popular and celebrated galleries on Martha's Vineyard. At the front entrance of the gallery, you can see on the lawn several sculptures and antiques. Once inside you will discover the... show more

Categories: Art Galleries

636 Old County Rd, West Tisbury ~ (800) 472-6279 ~

Sandwich Glass Museum

Presenting an outstanding & memorable educational experience through the Museum's collections, exhibitions, educational programs, library, communications, products & publications.

Categories: Historical Museums, Sightseeing & Tours

129 Main Street, Sandwich ~ 508-888-0251 ~

Cape Cod Maritime Museum

Dedicated to celebrating, preserving & interpreting Cape Cod's maritime past, present & future, and inspiring passion and respect for the sea & how it continues to shape Cape Cod.

Categories: Historical Museums

135 South Street , Hyannis ~ 508-775-1706 ~

Perwinkle Prints

Since learning about the many endangered animals and plants in the Cape Cod area Periwinkle Prints has chosen to highlight 6 of these species and has created 9 digital sketches of photographs taken by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National Park Service and the Sea to Shore Alliance NOAA. The prints are free and have been provided on this... show more

Categories: Art & Crafts

(877) 468-1103 ~

Tabernacle, Cottage Museum & MV Campground Assn

The value of the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association includes the carefully recorded historic connection with the religious "campmeeting" movement of the early 19th century, the unique layout of the grounds emulated by many post Civil War campmeeting sites, the original architectural form of the "Martha's Vineyard" cottages built between... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

Box 1176, Oak Bluffs ~ (508) 693-0525 ~

Isabel Souza

Isabel's goal as a ceramic artist is to create functional handmade objects that hold stories and add meaning to our surroundings. Her designs aim to feel personal in how they interact with the human body- whether it is a mug that we hold to our lips and cradle in our hands for warmth, a serving bowl that is passed between loved ones at a dinner... show more

Categories: Art Galleries

313 Main St Unit 5, Wellfleet ~ n/a ~

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 ~

JFK Memorial Park

The JFK Memorial Park was built to commemorate the 35th president, who spent summers in Hyannisport. The park is home to beautiful gardens and sweeping views of Lewis Bay.

Categories: Historical Museums

Ocean St., Hyannis ~

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 ~

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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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