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Museum Directory Nantucket Whaling Museum Website: https://nha.org/visit/museums-and-tours/whaling-museum/ Address: 13 Broad Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts 02554 Phone : 508-228-1894 Email: ask@nha.org The Whaling Museum is part of the Nantucket Historical Association (NHA), which is the world’s most comprehensive resource and principal steward of Nantucket history, and tells the inspiring stories of the island through its collections, programs, and properties. The NHA’s vast holdings contain thousands of paintings, prints and drawings, baskets, lighting devices, scrimshaw, whaling tools and implements, furniture and decorative arts, historic properties and sites, plus the complete skeletons of a 47-foot sperm whales. Together they illustrate Nantucket’s illustrious past and make relevant connections to audiences today. Among its 18 historic properties located in Nantucket town are the 1686 “Oldest House”, 1746 working mill, 1806 gaol, 1838 Quaker Meeting House and 1845 whaling mansion Hadwen House. The NHA’s flagship Whaling Museum was expanded in 2005 into a state-of-the-art exhibition and interpretation center, and is the essential starting point for visitors to begin exploring island history. An original short film, Nantucket , was made exclusively for the NHA by Emmy award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns, which serves as a gateway experience to the island. A Discovery Room engages children and families in both self-guided and educator-led learning experiences. The NHA has the highest level of accreditation by the American Association of Museums, an honor bestowed upon approximately 1,000 museums among 33,000 nationwide. Named a finalist for the National Medal of the Institute of Museum and Library Services in 2015 and 2016. The NHA Research Library is a Special Collections repository of primary resources focused on Nantucket history. Hours: Mon. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Tue. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Wed. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Thu. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Fri. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sat. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sun. Closed 13 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA, USA

Museum Directory Briggs Mcdermott House Website: http://bournepreservation.org/ Address: 20 Sandwich Road, Bourne, Massachusetts 02532 Phone: 508-566-6835 Email: Bourne.Soc.His.Pres@gmail.com The Briggs- McDermott House includes displays of furnishings and practical implements of the period from 1840 to 1950. Occasionally, costumed docents will be found preparing old-time recipes in the vintage wood stove. Special exhibits and the art of famed marine artist, Charles Raleigh are always worth a visit. The Alonzo Booth Blacksmith Shop will be in operation. A fine collection of vintage carriages and sleighs will be on display in the Alan Green Carriage House. Citizens of Bourne became preservation conscious when the George I. Briggs House was scheduled for demolition in May 1979. George I. Briggs was instrumental in the incorporation of Bourne as a town after its separation from Sandwich in 1884. Briggs was a friend of President Grover Cleveland, an early Bourne selectman and library trustee, the first school committee chairman and chairman of the Barnstable County Commission for many years. His neighborhood was Bourne’s town center until the Cape Cod Canal opened in 1914. The Briggs McDermott House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This Greek Revival-style house has been restored and furnished to reflect the 1840 - 1910 period, a most important time for the Briggs family and Bourne. The Society is proud of the restoration of the music room ceiling, painted circa 1890 by famed marine artist and Bourne resident, Charles Raleigh. The Society’s friends and members generously donated many of the furnishings from the Briggs-McDermott family and also maintain a period garden and small granite walled barn. Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. Closed Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 20 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA, USA

Museum Directory Cape Cod Maritime Museum Website: https://capecodmaritimemuseum.org/ Address: 135 South St, Hyannis, Massachusetts 02601 Phone: (508) 775-1723 Email: info@capecodmaritimemuseum.org On a unique and compelling site on Hyannis Harbor, the Cape Cod Maritime Museum serves as a focal point for the Cape and Island’s maritime tradition. Boat building, cultural exhibits, maritime festivals, marine artifacts, shipwrecks, children’s programs and more flow in and out of the museum building on a year-round basis. Outreach programs and collaborations with area schools, museums, historical societies and arts institutions throughout Cape Cod continue to grow, promising new and exciting opportunities to share the maritime experience with residents and visitors alike. Did you know? The museum has the largest publicly displayed scrimshaw collection on Cape Cod with maritime projects for children and adults. Also offered are private chartered sails on their catboat, Sarah, a replica of an 1886 Crosby catboat. The Cape Cod Maritime Museum in Hyannis, naturally overlooking Hyannis Harbor, boasts a vast gallery of history on such a vibrant element of Cape Cod’s structure. As you tour the museum, one finds themselves becoming absorbed in the mariner culture and what it’s like to live this lifestyle. Admission: Adults: $10.00 Students: (6-17) Seniors (65+):$8.00 Children (5 & Under): $5.00 Active Military & Children (3 & Under): Free Members: Free Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Wed. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Thu. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Fri. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sat. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sun. Closed 135 South St, Hyannis, Massachusetts 02601, USA

Museum Directory Elmer Crowell Barn Website: A. Elmer Crowell Barn Address: 80 Parallel Street, Harwich, Massachusetts 02645 Phone: 508-432-8089 Email: info@HarwichHistoricalSociety.org Explore the story of renowned Harwich bird carver A. Elmer Crowell at the barn that served as Crowell's workshop. On the grounds of the Brooks Academy Museum and operated by the Harwich Historical Society, the A. Elmer Crowell Barn Museum includes an exhibit about the life and work of Crowell, including video footage of Elmer at work. The museum features carved decoys crafted by Crowell, his son Cleon Crowell, as well as other local carvers. See the actual workshop furnished as it was during Crowell's time, watch live carving demonstrations, and chat with knowledgeable decoy makers. Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 80 Parallel Street, Harwich, MA, USA

Events Tuesday's Tool Time Plan a visit to the restored Chester Ranlett Tool Museum - located behind the Swift-Daley House. On display are hundreds of tools, many of them unusual and unique to this area. A forge on the premises operates at the whim of the blacksmith. In addition to visiting hours the same as the Swift-Daley House, look for special Tuesday Tool Times - Tuesdays 4:00 - 7:00 PM. Learn More Date and Time: Ongoing Tuesdays, 4 PM-7 PM Cost: Free Place: Eastham Historical Society 25 School House Road, Eastham, MA, USA Website

Museum Directory Monomy National Wildlife Refuge Website: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Monomoy/ Address: 30 Wikis Way Chatham, MA, 02633 Phone: 508-945-0594 Email: r5rw_mnwr@fws.gov Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) was established in 1944 to provide habitat for migratory birds. Sand stretches for eight miles off the elbow of Cape Cod, forming the barrier islands of North and South Monomoy. In addition to the two islands, a 40-acre unit on Morris Island is also part of the refuge. This is where the headquarters and visitor center are located. The total size of the refuge is 7,604 acres with varied habitats of oceans, salt and freshwater marshes, dunes, and freshwater ponds of which 3,244 acres are designated Wilderness. The refuge provides important resting, nesting and feeding habitat for migratory birds, including the Federally protected piping plover and roseate tern. More than ten species of seabirds, shorebirds, and waterbirds nest on the islands. The refuge also supports the second largest nesting colony of common terns on the Atlantic seaboard with over 8,000 nesting pairs. The visitor's center is hosted by Friends of Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge . Click here to visit them. The visitor's center includes a museum and exhibition area, while outside there are trails, boardwalks and stairs to the beach for an intimate view of Monomoy. Call for hours during the off season. Hours: Mon. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Tue. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Wed. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Thu. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Fri. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sat. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sun. 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 30 Wikis Way, Chatham, MA, USA

Museum Directory Cape Cod Military Museum Website: https://www.capecodmilitarymuseum.org/ Address: 30 Keene Street, Bourne, Massachusetts 02532 Phone: 508-888-0633 Email: joeyukna@gmail.com The Cape Cod Military Museum is dedicated to promoting an understanding and appreciation of the contributions of Americans in the conflicts of the 20th century, with an emphasis on the unique role of southeastern Massachusetts. We seek not to glorify war, but rather to honor the sacrifices of the men and women who served both at home and abroad. Our goals are: * To collect, preserve and display military memorabilia. * To educate young people and the community through displays, lectures and with living and oral histories. * To establish a military research library and archive. Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. Closed Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 30 Keene Street, Bourne, Massachusetts 02532, USA

Events Gelli Printing Workshop Learn gelli printing, a printmaking process that does not require a press, and explore textures and layers by combining materials to make a finished print. In this introductory workshop, a variety of tools and materials will be supplied. Instructor Christine Martell has been teaching a wide range of gelli printing techniques for more than 30 years. Open to all levels, and materials are provided. $60 per workshop or $110 for two (members $50 per workshop, $90 for two) Register Date and Time: Oct 22, 1 PM-4 PM Cost: $50-$110 Place: Cahoon Museum of American Art 4676 Falmouth Road, Cotuit, MA, USA Website

Museum Directory Cape Cod Art Center Website: https://capecodartcenter.org/ Address: : 3480 Route 6A (Main Street), Barnstable, Massachusetts 02630 Phone: (505) 362-2909 Email: curator@CapeCodArtCenter.org Cape Cod Art Center is a non-profit membership group continuously operating since its inception in 1948. It serves its members and community with a variety of fine art programs and events. Our mission is to promote the creation and appreciation of visual art by providing a supportive environment for education and exhibitions. Its custom designed facilities include two galleries for monthly exhibitions and two studios for classes, demonstrations and workshops in a variety of art media. All exhibits are open to the public for viewing, never any admission. There are multiple exhibits during the year. Eight exhibitions feature the works of our Artist Members while four juried exhibitions are open to all artists, domestic and international. This includes the annual “National Exhibition”, the “All New England Exhibition”, and the “Bay State Open Exhibition” as well as an open juried exhibit in February. There are individual exhibits showcasing CCAC Master Artists, CCAC students, Cape wide high school students competing for prizes and scholarships, and the ‘small works show’ is our holiday sale held in November/December. Visit the Gift Store with Original art, prints, cards, jewelry, pottery, books, DVDs and many other fine gifts are for sale in our Gift Shop Gallery. The Gift Shop Gallery is open to the public, Monday-Saturday from 9am-4pm. Hours: Mon. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Tue. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Wed. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Thu. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Fri. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sat. 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Sun. Closed 3480 Route 6A, Barnstable, MA, USA

Museum Directory West Dennis Graded School & Maritime Museum Website: https://www.dennishistoricalsociety.org/museums/west-dennis-graded-school-house Address: 67 School Street, Dennis, Massachusetts 02670 Phone: 774.810.5490 Email: info@dennishistoricalsociety.org The West Dennis Graded School is the only one surviving of the town’s original five graded school buildings. It now houses a replica of an 1860’s schoolroom. The building is also home to the Dennis Maritime Museum , with displays related to the town’s extensive seagoing history, highlighting local sea captains, their ships, their tales and their navigational tools. These museums are seasonal (generally July and August ), with occasional special exhibits during the Summer season. Please click on our website link for additional information including museum location details, opening dates and times, and schedules of special events. Group tours of any size can be arranged at any of our museums outside of our normal operating hours for a nominal fee; please contact us at info@dennishistoricalsociety.org to schedule. Hours: M on. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. Closed Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 67 School Street, Dennis, South Dennis, MA, USA

Museum Directory Nye Museum Website: http://www.nyemuseum.org/ Address: 85 Old County Rd, East Sandwich, Massachusetts 02537 Phone: 508-888-4213 Email: info@nyefamily.org Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and learn about early American history at the Nye Museum. Located just off Route 6A near the East Sandwich Post Office, the museum offers free tours of the Benjamin Nye Homestead, a historical landmark first established in 1678. Visitors are welcome to take self-guided tours of the Nye Mill Museum and to walk along the Old Fish Hatchery Trail, which includes an audio guide detailing the history of the property. Stop by the Visitors Center at the Grange Hall, open Tuesday through Saturday 11AM – 4PM throughout the Fall season. Our gift shop includes page-turning history books, educational toys for kids, and seasonal quilts. All purchases made at the gift shop benefit the museum’s mission. The museum and its organizers are dedicated to promoting and preserving the Benjamin Nye Homestead, chronicling the property’s historical significance, and fostering community engagement through historical education and events. Serene, inviting, and brimming with local history, the Nye Museum will transport you back to colonial times. Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. Closed Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 85 Old County Road, East Sandwich, MA, USA

Museums foster ongoing appreciation and knowledge of art, nature, culture, science, and history. When you, the patron, purchase a gift from the museum store, you help to sustain the museum’s service to the public. Holiday shoppers will not only find quality gifts filled with inspiration and educational value, but through their purchases, will also directly support their favorite museums. Museum Store Shopping Museums foster ongoing appreciation and knowledge of art, nature , culture , science , and history . When you, the patron, purchase a gift from the museum store, you help to sustain the museum’s service to the public. Holiday shoppers will not only find quality gifts filled with inspiration and educational value, but through their purchases, will also directly support their favorite museums. Proceeds from purchases at museum stores directly support the educational missions and programs of the parent institution. Cape Cod museums have one-of-a-kind Cape Cod gifts that are there for your choosing. Below you will find direct links to museum stores and able to see what they have to offer – in person shopping, curbside pick up, and shipping. Do not miss this opportunity to support your favorite local Cape Cod museum as well as supporting shopping local, supporting Cape Cod artists and helping the local community. Museums with Stores Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Atwood House Museum Cahoon Museum of American Art Cape Cod Art Center Cape Cod Maritime Museum Cape Cod Museum of Art Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Centerville Historical Museum Chatham Marconi -RCA Wireless Museum Cultural Center of Cape Cod Dennis Historical Society Edward Gorey House Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen Harwich Historical Society Historical Society of Old Yarmouth Historical Society of Santuit & Cotuit John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum Nantucket Historical Association National Marine Life Center Osterville Historical Museum Provincetown Art Association and Museum Sandwich Glass Museum The Centers for Culture and History in Orleans Truro Historical Society Wellfleet Historical Society Whydah Pirate Museum Woods Hole Historical Museum