Located in an 1855 brick Customs House the museum showcases a Native American arrowhead display, a 1690 jail cell, marine exhibits, scrimshaw, Barnstable silver, historic documents.

Falmouth Historical Society Museums and Colonial Garden
55 Palmer Avenue, adjacent to the Village Green
Falmouth, MA 02540
Phone: 508-548-4857

Open: June 27-October 7, Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Two 18th-century houses showcase period furnishings, china, toys, vintage clothing (including a laundry room filled with Victorian underwear), fine art and heritage quilts. Special exhibits capture the excitement of Falmouth’s 19th-century whaling industry, the science of pre-Civil War medicine, and the life of Katharine Lee Bates, Falmouth-born author of America the Beautiful.

French Cable Station Museum
Cove Road and Route 28
Orleans, MA 02653
Phone: 508-240-1735

Open: June, Friday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m.; July-early September, Monday-Saturday, 1-4 p.m.

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One of the most significant developments of the 19th century was the transatlantic cable connecting North America to Europe by telephone. This museum houses the original equipment used to lay that cable. Admission fee.

Heritage Museums & Gardens
67 Grove Street
Sandwich, MA 02563
Phone: 508-888-3300

Fostering lifelong learning by preserving and sharing the history, industry, art and horticulture of America

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Heritage Museums & Gardens celebrates the American Spirit. We offer each of our visitors a unique experience ranging from quiet contemplation to active exploration. The Museum is famous for its Dexter Rhododrenrons that bloom late May into early June. The beautifully landscaped grounds are a naturalized woodland park on the edge of upper Shawme Pond. A Shaker round barn houses the J. K. Lilly III Antique Automobile Collection with its stunning display of antique automobiles. The American History Museum will be opening this summer with several new exhibits. An operating hand-carved carousel and many of America's most distinguished artists' works are on exhibit in the Art Museum. Open April 1 to October 31, from 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.

Highland House Museum – Cape Cod Highland Lighthouse
27 Highland Road
Truro, MA 02666
Phone: 508-487-3397

Open: The Museum: June 1 -September 30, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, 1- 4:30 p.m. The Lighthouse: May-mid-October, daily, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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Located near Cape Cod Highland Lighthouse, the Highland House Museum is an example of a turn-of-the-century summer hotel. The museum illustrates everyday life of the past, from the time of the Pamet Native Americans to the early days of this century. The museum contains 17th-century firearms, shipwreck mementos, early fishing and whaling gear, household tools, farming implements, furniture, Sandwich glass, a pirate’s chest and more. The Cape Cod Lighthouse includes an Interpretive Center offering a 10-minute video and an observation deck on one of the highest cliffs on the Cape. Aadmission charge.

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Sandwich Glass Museum
129 Main Street
Sandwich, MA 02563
Phone: 508-888-0251

Open: February-March, Wednesday-Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; April-December, daily, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed January, Thanksgiving, Christmas.

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Sandwich was home to a glass factory throughout much of the 19th century. This museum features exhibits of glassware made from 1825 to 1888. Admission charge.

Thornton W. Burgess Museum
4 Water Street (Route 130)
Sandwich, MA 02563
Phone: 508-888-6870

Open: May – October, Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m.

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The author of the Peter Rabbit stories lived in this home and did much of his work here. The museum features a variety of memorabilia relating to the life and times of Thornton Burgess. Visitors can browse a variety of books, toys, games, and household goods that feature some of Burgess’ most famous characters including Peter Rabbit, Reddy Fox, and Jimmy Skunk. Also housed in the museum are a gift shop, featuring Green Briar Jam Kitchen products, educational toys and games, storybooks, and Cape Cod goodies. Admission by donation.

Wellfleet Historical Society Museum
266 Main Street
Wellfleet, MA 02667
Phone: 508-349-9157

Open: June 21-September 10, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 1-4 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Memorabilia featuring toys, marine equipment, and needlework. Tours of the area's historic sites are available. Open seasonally. There is an admission charge.

Woods Hole Historical Museum
Woods Hole Road
Woods Hole, MA 02543
Phone: 508-548-7270

Open: Mid-June-mid-October, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. A guided walking tour

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Set in the historic Bradley House, this museum features a model of the village of Woods Hole as it was in 1895. Admission is free.

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John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum
397 Main Street
Hyannis, MA 02601
Phone: 508-790-3077

Open: Mid-April-Memorial Day, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; Memorial Day-Columbus Day, Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; Columbus Day-October 31, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; Nov

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This museum focuses on Kennedy's life and activities during the times he vacationed in Hyannis. There is an admission charge.

Osterville Historical Society Museum
Parker and West Bay Roads
Osterville, MA 02655
Phone: 508-428-5861

Open: Mid-June-mid-September, Thursday-Sunday 1:30-4:30 p.m.; other times by appointment

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Set in the home of a sea captain built in the 18th century, the museum features home-oriented exhibits, a boat shop and outdoor gardens. seasonally. There is an admission fee.
Hours: June-September, Thursday-Sunday, 1:30 -4:30 p.m. Fee charged.

Provincetown Art Association and Museum of Art
460 Commercial Street
Provincetown, MA 02657
Phone: 508-487-1750

Open: October - May, Thursday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; Memorial Day-September, Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Since 1914, the Provincetown Art Association and Museum has served as a collecting museum and a professional artists association. PAAM houses five galleries, two sculpture gardens, more than 2,000 works by more than 500 artists, and a museum school run by professional artists. Year-round programs include a concert series, a film series, auctions, galas, readings, lectures, and Friday night exhibition openings.

Provincetown Museum
High Pole Hill
Provincetown, MA
Phone: 508-487-1310

The history of the Cape is detailed here, including a granite tower monument commemorating the Pilgrim's first landing on the Cape in 1620. Open seasonally. There is an admission fee.

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1869 Schoolhouse Museum
Route 6
Eastham, MA 02642

Open: July and August, daily, 1-4 p.m.; September, Saturday, 1-4 p.m.

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One-room schoolhouse; school memorabilia, farm implements, and fishing industry artifacts, whaling and military artifacts. Admission is free.

Aptucxet Trading Post Museum
24 Aptucxet Road
Bourne, MA 02532
Phone: 508-759-9487

Open: Seasonal hours. Call ahead for information.

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This museum is set in a replica of a 17th century trading post. Exhibits feature a windmill, gardens and artifacts from the period. Open seasonally. There is an admission fee.This museum is set in a replica of a 17th century trading post. Exhibits feature a windmill, gardens and artifacts from the period. Open seasonally. There is an admission fee.

Atwood House Historical Museum
34 Stage Harbor Road
Chatham, MA 02633
Phone: 508-945-2493

Open: June, September, October 1-14, Tuesday-Saturday, 1-4 p.m.; July and August, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Exhibits feature antiques and artifacts dating from 1635 and later. Of particular interest is a large collection of shells. Admission charge.

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Brooks Academy Museum
80 Parallel St.
Harwich Center, MA 02645
Phone: 508-432-8089

Open: Tours through the summer months, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 1-4 p.m. and at other times by appointment.

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This 1844 building was the site of a school that offered some of the region's first courses in navigation. Maritime and Native American artifacts are featured, as are displays of antique glass, photographs, toys, clothing and more. Collection includes Charles D. Cahoon paintings, Crowell carved birds, the Cape's largest cranberry culture exhibit, historic photographs, manuscripts, and genealogical records.

Cahoon Museum of American Art
4676 Falmouth Road
Cotuit, MA 02635
Phone: 508-428-7581

Open: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m. closed January

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Colonial farmhouse from 1775; primitive paintings by Ralph and Martha Cahoon; 19th- and early 20th- century American art; changing exhibits. Admission charge.

Cape Cod Children's Museum
577 Great Neck Road
Mashpee, MA 02659
Phone: 508-539-8788

Open: Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, noon–5 p.m.; Memorial Day–Labor Day, Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Call for holiday hours.

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Children will find much to learn and do here. Hands-on exhibits, pirate ship, indoor planetarium; puppet theater, toddler play area, and daily programs. Admission charge.

Cape Cod Museum of Art
Route 6A
Dennis, MA 02638
Phone: 508-385-4477

Open: Memorial Day-Columbus Day, Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; Thursdays until 8 p.m.

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Paintings, graphics, and sculpture by Cape Cod artists. Sculpture garden.

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
869 Route 6A
Brewster, MA 02631
Phone: 508-896-3867

Open: June 1- September 30, daily, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; October 1-March 31, Wednesday-Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; April 1-May 31, Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed December 24, 25, 31, January 1.

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Eighty-acre site abutted by 300 acres of conservation land; nature trails, exhibits, films, guided walks, lectures, and family activities. This museum features exhibits on the local flora and fauna, and nature trails. Events, classes and walks are scheduled throughout the year. There is an admission charge.

Captain Bangs Hallet House
11 Strawberry Lane (off Route 6A)
Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
Phone: 508-362-3021

Open: June 1 through October 15, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with tours at 1, 2 and 3 p.m.

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The original part of this Greek Revival sea captain's house was built in 1740. A century later, additional portions of the house were built. The kitchen has its original 1740 brick beehive oven and butter churn. A nice collection of china, pewter, maritime artifacts, and clothing from the sea captain era are displayed here. The 50 acre property has nature trails. Open throughout the summer on select afternoons.

Centerville Historical Society Museum
513 Main Street
Centerville, MA 02632
Phone: 508-775-0331

Open: May 2-December 15, Tuesday-Saturday, noon– 4 p.m.

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In this late 19th century home, visitors will find exhibits concerning the history and historical life of Centerville and Cape Cod. Includes historical clothing and artifacts. Open seasonally. Admission is free.

Chatham Railroad Museum
Depot Road
Chatham, MA 02633

Open: Tuesday- Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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Paradise for railroad enthusiasts features thousands of train models, restored train depots, railroad artifacts and a 1910 caboose. Open seasonally. Admission is free.