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

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Expedition Whydah

Learn about the history of the Whydah Pirate Ship, the only verified pirate shipwreck ever discovered. The ship wrecked off Wellfleet in 1717, taking with her the treasures of fifty plundered ships.

Open April 15 to October 31

Admission:
- Adults $10
- Seniors & Children 12 and under $8
- Under 6 Free

Categories: Historical Museums

16 Macmillan Wharf, Provincetown ~ (508) 487-8899 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Cavalier Galleries, Inc.

Cavalier Gallery opened on Nantucket on June 1, 2000, and the gallery was an immediate success. It is our mission to present significant exhibitions for our clients to enjoy and exceptional works in painting, sculpture and photography worthy of their consideration.

Categories: Art Galleries

34 Main Street, Nantucket ~ (508) 325-4405 ~

Chatham Railroad Museum

The Chatham Railroad Museum is contained in the beautifully restored 1887 railroad depot that served Chatham residents and visitors for many years. Featuring an architectural style called Railroad Gothic, the depot contains hundreds of exhibits and the New York Central model locomotives in use at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. The Museum is child... show more

Categories: Historical Museums

549 Main Street, Chatham ~ (508) 945-5100 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Highland House Museum

The Highland House Museum occupies one of Truro's best known landmarks, the 1907 Highland House Hotel. Exhibits provide fascinating insight into the lives of the people of Truro dating back to early European settlers and the Native Americans that preceded them.

Categories: Historical Museums

Highland Light Road, North Truro ~ (508) 487-3397 ~

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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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