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51 Route 6 PO Box 900 • Wellfleet, MA 02667
Tel: (508) 349-7176
Wellfleet Cinemas was built in 1986 and is independently owned and operated. All four screens all equipped with Dolby Digital EX. and JBL Speakers. We now have Dolby Digital EX installed on all screens. Some customers have asked why most of the sound does not come out of the surround speakers. As you can see on the Dolby web site (click here), most of the sound is destined for the Left Front, Center Front, and Right Front speakers behind our acoustically transparent screen, were the largest speakers are. The surround chain is usually only used for "flyover" or ambient ... <more>
16 Federal Street • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-228-2326
Nantucket Looms was established in 1968 as a weaving studio producing high-quality textile fabrics. Until it became a private enterprise, the looms were under the direction of the Nantucket Historical Trust and fabrics created there were used for the renovation of the historic Jared Coffin House. Continuing that tradition today, our weaving studio works with natural fibers to create one of a kind hand-woven textile designs. These range from our signature brushed mohair chaise throw to fine quality upholstery fabrics. Nantucket Looms not only produces our own textile pieces, but we also represent a variety of local artisans working in ... <more>
44 1/2 Hooper Farm Road • Nantucket, MA 02544
Tel: 508-825-9771
At Island Weaves everything is hand-woven on non-mechanized floor looms. Our heirloom-quality fabrics are produced with pride and love. Give us a call or email us to see if what you are interested in is in stock. If we don't have the color you want we can custom weave it for you within 4-8 weeks. <more>
2 Greglen Avenue • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-325-9988
I began weaving in 1976. While working on my Masters of Fine Arts from Boston University in Costuming for the Stage I became more and more interested in the cloth I was working with every day, how it was woven, dyed and designed. Self-taught as a weaver, my early work concentrated on textiles that are used and touched in every day life - scarves, table linens, clothing and rugs. I also did weaving for church and synagogue. Weaving satisfies both the desire for creative expression and the more logical and mechanical turn of mind. The different kinds of weaving I ... <more>
3171 Route 6A Main St • Brewster, MA 02631
Tel: (508) 896-9521
The Brewster Historical Society was established more than forty years ago to “create and foster an interest in the history of the Town of Brewster; to promote historical research; to preserve historic structures; to collect and preserve documents and artifacts, and to provide for their custody”. <more>
154 Crowell Road • Chatham, MA 02633
Tel: (508) 945-3583
Established in 1969, the Creative Arts Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the teaching and appreciation of the arts. Open all year, the Center offers classes and workshops in drawing and painting, photography, printmaking, pottery and jewelry. In addition to offerings by its own outstanding teaching staff, the Creative Arts Center also sponsors workshops by such nationally known artists as Mel Stabin, Tom Lynch, Edward Minchin, Don Demers and Mary Whyte. New exhibitions are mounted monthly in the Somy and Bigelow Galleries of the Creative Arts Center featuring works of Students, Members, and Faculty alternating with regional shows featuring ... <more>
19 Old South Wharf • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-228-1004
The Scrimshander Gallery, located on historic Old South Wharf in Nantucket, is a destination of choice for scrimshaw collectors and art lovers alike. The gallery began in 1990 as a showcase for artist Michael Vienneau's scrimshaw, carvings and artwork. A selection of artwork from other fine regional artists who work in scrimshaw is also available at the gallery. <more>
7 Joy Street • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-325-7751
My pieces are an expression of the natural rythms of life. <more>
216 B Orleans Rd. • North Chatham, MA 02650
Tel: (508) 945-8060
During each Summer Season and throughout the year, the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival is the premiere presenter of world-class ensembles and exceptional young talent at various venues on the Cape, from Cotuit to Provincetown. CCCMF is thrilled to welcome pianist Jon Nakamatsu and clarinetist Jon Manasse as our new Artistic Directors. Beginning in late July, the Festival’s Summer Season offers the music lover a three week immersion in creative programming, performed by a multitude of different chamber ensembles. With events scheduled nearly every day in this period of August, CCCMF is sure to appeal to all musical tastes, young ... <more>
11 First Way • Nantucket, MA 02584
Tel: 508-228-4487
Discerning Collectors are quick to recognize the artistry, skill and craftsmanship of the creations at Nantucket Basket Works. From the meticulous fine weave, to the exacting fit and design of each component. Be assured that your custom-made Nantucket Basket, is not only of the highest quality, but also reflects your personal choice! <more>
3353 Main Street • Barnstable, MA 02630
Tel: (508) 362-8521
The Coast Guard Heritage Museum is located in Barnstable Village on Cape Cod, MA. The Trayser Museum Group is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the history of the United States Coast Guard and its predecessor organizations. We are open from May through October. Our hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. In addition to USCG history, our location also includes the Oldest Wooden Jail in America and the Village Blacksmith Shop. <more>
449 Bragg Lane • Barnstable, MA 02630
Tel: (508) 432-6909
From Cochrane and Traynor to Munson and Fisk, from Garciaparra and Erstad to Varitek and Helton, the Cape League has proven a breeding ground for top Major League talent since the turn of the century. Suffice it to say, the CCBL will once again prove it is the place where "tomorrow's stars shine tonight." Each year the most talented collegiate baseball players in the country are selected to play on one of 10 Cape Cod League teams. And fans, families and everyone in between are invited to share in the making of history. Admission is free, but donations are ... <more>
13 Broad Street • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-228-1894
The mission of the Nantucket Historical Association is to preserve and interpret the history of Nantucket Island in order to inspire island residents, both year-round and seasonal, to shape the island's future with a greater appreciation and respect for their shared heritage, and to foster among all Nantucket residents and visitors a deeper appreciation of the important historical role that the island's people have played in national and world history. <more>
105 Division Street • West Harwich, MA 02671
Tel: (508) 432-2002
Welcome to Harwich Junior Theatre, Cape Cod's Premier Family Theatre. In 2006 Cape Cod View Magazine voted Harwich Junior Theatre as the Best Theatre on their top 200 list! HJT is the recipient of the New England Theatre Conference Regional Award for Best Educational Theatre and has been awarded the Readers Choice Award for Best Place for Family Entertainment. It is our goal to embrace a world of theatre that is interesting, illuminating, and accessible. We believe that children must be invited into the life of a theatre. Harwich Junior Theatre produces fairytales, adventures, musical, classical and contemporary drama for ... <more>
One Gardner Perry Lane • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-228-0722
The Artists Association of Nantucket is a non-profit cultural organization dedicated to fostering the growth of the visual arts on Nantucket. The island's transformation from a fishing community to a summer retreat began after World War II. It had attracted artists for many years - John Steinbeck finished East of Eden here, Eastman Johnson, Tony Sarg, Elizabeth Rebecca Coffin, and Charles Green Shaw worked here. In 1945, local artists and craftspeople formed an association "to develop Nantucket as a recognized art center, and to promote the education and interest of Nantucket artists." They established the only gallery on the island, ... <more>
Off Route 6 • Wellfleet, MA 02663
Tel: (508) 349-2510
Fall in love with Wellfleet... and Enjoy Cape Cod at its Best! Wellfleet on Cape Cod offers something for everyone. Located some thirty miles out into the Atlantic Ocean, Wellfleet offers an abundance of quaint seaside character and charm. Our miles of beautiful sandy beaches are perfect for swimming, surfing, flying a kite or just relaxing. If you're willing to walk a short distance, you can enjoy complete solitude on your own private beach. The calmer waters of Cape Cod Bay and our harbor are a haven for boating, windsurfing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. Don't miss taking a refreshing dip ... <more>
155 West Bay Road • Osterville, MA 02655
Tel: (508) 428-5861
Located in Osterville village, the museum complex includes three historic buildings set on two acres of beautiful grounds, providing a lovely setting for a picnic lunch prior to touring the museum. The Captain Jonathan Parker House, circa 1824, the Cammett House, circa 1730, and the Herbert F. Crosby Boat Shop, circa 1855 present different views of the village that spans three centuries of Osterville and Cape Cod history. We welcome you to explore the complex through our website and invite you to visit us when visiting Cape Cod . <more>
19 I/2 Washington Square North • Salem, MA 01970
Tel: (800) 544-1692 or (978) 744-1692
Visit the Salem Witch Museum for a dramatic look at the history of the Salem witch trials of 1692. Our main presentation uses narration, lighting and figures to tell the story of the accusers and accused, the court proceedings and the executions of innocent victims. Our exhibit, Witches: Evolving Perceptions, examines the changing interpretations of the word “witch” over time. Images and figures portray the stereotypical witch and modern day Wiccans. A formula for a witch hunt and examples complete the exhibit. The museum is open year round and admission is charged. Available in English, French, German, Japanese, Italian, Spanish ... <more>
135 South Street • Hyannis, MA 02601
Tel: (508) 775-1723
Dedicated to preserving and interpretingCape Cod's maritime past, present, and future Centrally located in Hyannis with frontage on the town marina and harbor, the Cape Cod Maritime Museum serves as a focal point for the Cape and Islands' maritime past, present, and future. <more>
73 Orange Street • Nantucket, MA 02554
Tel: 508-228-9047
The Weaving Room has been designing and producing high quality woven rugs and tapestries for home and public spaces since 1985. We offer custom made rugs reflecting the wishes and needs of the home owner, interior decorator or corporation. <more>
3299 Route 6A • East Brewster, MA 02631
Tel: (508) 896-1888
Visit website for a listing of upcoming shows. <more>
11 Strawberry Lane • Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
Tel: (508) 362-3021
Today, this sea captain’s home, the only one on Cape Cod regularly open to visitors, provides an intimate glance into 19th century family life. The parlors are arranged as if the captain was just returning from his voyage to China, likely 16 to 18 months duration. His gifts of silk fabric, toys, porcelain, lacquered pieces and tea are on display as well as costumes from the period. Knowledgeable docents lead guided tours of the museum and relate lively stories of Yarmouth captains’ hair-raising adventures at sea. New this year is a gentleman’s study and a refurbished dining room. In the ... <more>
3 Shoot Flying Hill Road • Centerville, MA 02632-1428
Tel: (508) 362-0066
The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod is the regional arts agency for Barnstable County, committed to strengthening and promoting Cape Cod's arts and cultural industry throughout the year. We serve individual artists, cultural organizations, fine and performing arts groups and businesses, and cultural and historical establishments such as museums and archives. Find out more about the year-round programs provided by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod! <more>
869 Route 6A • Brewster, MA 02631
Tel: (508) 896-3867
Founded in 1954. the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History encourages and advances understanding of our natural environment through discovery and learning. The museum is set on 80-acres, abutted by 300 acres of town-owned conservation land. Two floors of exhibits feature the flora and fauna of Cape Cod, including exhibits on whales, indigenous birds, and coastal change, and several an aquarium housing different species of crustaceans, mollusks, fish, frogs, turtles and snakes. Several displays are interactive and geared to children. Special, temporary exhibits enhance the permanent collection. The Museum also has a library and Museum Shop. Three nature trails meander ... <more>
4 Mill Street • Nantucket, MA 02544
Tel: 508-228-1894
Welcome to the Nantucket Historical Association's educational program, dedicated to celebrating and reviving Nantucket's rich tradition in historic decorative arts and crafts. Immerse yourself in history at 1800 House, the NHA's restored nineteenth-century dwelling located at 4 Mill Street. Indulge your artistic side and learn centuries-old techniques taught by artisans from Nantucket and throughout New England. <more>
P.O. Box 1698 • Martha's Vineyard, MA 02568
Tel: 800.505.4815
Discover the Magic of Martha's Vineyard Located just 7 miles off the Massachusetts coastline, the beautiful island of Martha’s Vineyard is a world apart, offering a vacation ambience unlike any other. Explore the diversity of our six island towns, take long walks along our pristine shores, and step back in time to a more leisurely pace. Each season offers something different. We invite you to come and experience all the island of Martha’s Vineyard has to offer. —MARTHA’S VINEYARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE <more>
One High Pole Hill • Provincetown, MA 02657
Tel: (508) 487-1310
Enjoy a panoramic view of Provincetown Harbor, Cape Cod Bay, Cape Cod National Seashore and the Town of Provincetown from the top of this 252 foot granite structure commemorating the "first landing" of the Mayflower Pilgrims on November 21, 1620. The Provincetown Museum features exhibits on the Pilgrims, the building of the Monument, maritime history, the early days of modern American theater as well as an impressive collection of paintings, furniture, functional and decorative arts. <more>
24 Aptucxet Rd. • Bourne, MA 02532
Tel: (508) 759-9487
The society was incorporated as a non-profit organization December 29, 1921, for the purpose of acquiring the site of the first trade house built in 1627, by Plymouth Colony, located on the south bank of the Manomet (Monument) River, which is now part of the Cape Cod Canal. The Pilgrims traded with the Indians and the Dutch from New Amsterdam (New York City), thus having a source of income by which their debt to the London backers of their expedition to the New World could be repaid. To stimulate interest, a historical exhibition was held and donations were received, enabling ... <more>
PO Box 234 • Woods Hole, MA 02543
Tel: (508) 548-8500
Woods Hole is a salty, sea spray village that brings the Nobel Laureate and the local fisherman together in harmony. It is a village of the past, with many seafaring tales, and it is a village of the future. In the summer, Woods Hole bustles with visitors, shoppers, scientists, residents, and passengers waiting for the next ferry to the island of Martha's Vineyard. It is a strolling village, easily reached in the summer aboard the "WHOOSH" trolley or by the "Shining Sea Bikepath." As you amble about the village, you'll discover many great eating places, unique shops, galleries, museums, educational ... <more>