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

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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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Cahoon Museum of American Art

Highlights of the permanent collection include the works of Cape Cod artists Ralph Cahoon and Martha Cahoon and other prominent 19th Century American artwork by Ralph Blakelock, William Bradford, James Buttersworth, John J. Enneking, Alvan Fisher, Levi Wells Prentice and William Matthew Prior. Seven or eight special exhibitions over the year cover... show more

Categories: Art Museums

4676 Falmouth Rd, Cotuit ~ (508) 428-7581 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Cousen Rose Gallery

Housed in a charming home, this lovely gallery offers paintings, prints, photography, pottery, books, wearable art and unique jewelry. Exhibitions and "Wine Sip and Art Exhibit Nights" are held and the works of fine artists and artisans are featured.

Categories: Art Galleries

71 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs ~ (508) 693-6656 ~

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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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