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Museum Directory Cape Cod Art Center Website: https://capecodartcenter.org/ Address: : 3480 Route 6A (Main Street), Barnstable, Massachusetts 02630 Phone: 508-362-2909 Email: Info@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 Eastham Historical Society Website: https://www.easthamhistoricalsociety.org/ Address: 25 Schoolhouse Road, Eastham, Massachusetts 02642 Phone: (508) 255-0788 Email: easthamhistorical@verizon.net The Eastham Historical Society offers a variety of museum experiences for visitors as well as the Archives for research. Admission is free but donations are requested for upkeep of the museums. Our Museums 1869 Schoolhouse Museum 25 Schoolhouse Road, Eastham · Vintage Schoolroom · Eastham History & Stories Wing · Community Connections &. Genealogy Wing Hours: 11 AM-2 PM Saturdays, May & June 11 AM-2 PM Wed-Sat, July & August 11 AM-2 PM Saturdays. Sept-Nov Swift-Daley Complex 2375 State Highway, Eastham · 1741 Swift-Daley House · Dill Beach Camp · Ranlett Tool Museum · Olde Gift Shop Hours: 10 AM-1 PM Saturdays, May & June 10 AM-1 PM Wed-Sat, July & August 10 AM-1 PM Saturdays, Sept-Nov Tool Time Additional Hours: Tues 4 PM-6 PM The Archives 25 Schoolhouse Road, Eastham · Open year-round on Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00 PM, and by appointment. · For personal research visits, requests should be sent to easthamarchives@gmail.com . About Our Museums 1869 Schoolhouse Museum The museum is housed in a former schoolhouse that grew from one room in 1869 to three school wings by 1909. The building was fully restored to its historic footprint in 2025. Each wing offers a different perspective on Eastham history. Vintage Schoolroom A "hands on" museum complete with its original schoolmaster's desk, the schoolroom is furnished to replicate how it looked in earlier days. Children of all ages are encouraged to sit at the desks, look at the books, dress in period costumes and "play school." Historic world maps line the walls, Eastham History Wing Our main museum tells the story of Eastham from its first people and Mayflower settlers to its maritime heritage and war veterans. A permanent exhibit on Henry Beston and The Outermost House marks that book’s influence on the creation of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Changing exhibits celebrate local events and special aspects of town life. Community Connections & Genealogy Our recently completed third wing offers insights into community life in Eastham including transportation, mail service, the days of camp meetings, volunteer fireman and other community groups. A Map Wall illustrates how the community has changed over the years. A hand-on shelf offers the opportunity to touch and explore various artifacts from our Archives. The new genealogy and research corner provides a variety of resources for those who want to delve into their own or area history. Swift-Daley Complex 1741 Swift-Daley House Built in 1741 by Joshua Knowles, its bowed roof is typical of early houses built by ship’s carpenters. The wide board floors, deep fireplace in the keeping room and narrow stairway are other features of 18th century houses. The entire house is furnished with articles ranging from Colonial to Victorian, reflecting the long period when the house was home to many generations. In 1859 the house was occupied by butcher Nathaniel Swift, who with his brother Gustavus, soon moved to Chicago and founded the Swift meat packing empire. The second part of its present name comes from Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Daley who purchased the house in 1939 and restored it to its original condition. Mrs. Daley generously donated the house to the Eastham Historical Society in 1974. The house is completely furnished; its collections include examples of period furniture, clothing, china and quilts. Dill Beach Camp The A. Thomas Dill Beach Camp survived the 1978 storm that ravaged the spit south of the Coast Guard Station. Built in 1936, it is furnished as it was when used as a hunting and fishing camp. It was moved to its present location in 1995. Ranlett Tool Museum 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. Olde Gift Shop The Olde Gift Shop is filled with fascinating treasures from antiques to hand-crafted items from local artisans. New treasurers arrive all the time. All sales support the historical society. Our Commitment to Our Visitors Since the Eastham Historical Society’s founding in 1963, the Society has been committed to conserving Eastham’s past for Eastham’s future by preserving, sharing and partnering with our community. Our vision is to create a place where Eastham History Comes to Life for residents and visitors alike. 25 School House Road, Eastham, MA, USA

Museum Directory Brewster Historical Society Museum Website: http://www.brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/ Address: 739 Lower Road, Brewster, Massachusetts 02631 Phone: (508) 896-9521 Email: brewsterhistoricalsociety@comcast.net The Brewster Historical Society, established in 1964, collects and preserves the artifacts and history of Brewster to ensure their future accessibility. Its Cobb House Museum, an historic sea captain’s home, houses four permanent galleries, a special exhibition gallery and an extensive documents research area accessible by appointment. The Society also operates the Windmill Village complex adjacent to the grounds of Drummer Boy Park. Windmill Village includes the 1795 Higgins Farm Windmill, 1867 Blacksmith Shop and the 1795 Harris-Black House, an original “small house.” The Cobb house is open seasonally 1-4 and the Windmill Village 12-3, through Columbus Day. Check the Brewster Historical Society website for locations and further details. Hours: Mon. Closed Tue. Closed Wed. Closed Thu. Closed Fri. Closed Sat. Closed Sun. Closed 739 Lower Road, Brewster, MA, USA

Events Music & More Summer Concert Series presents Jenifer Jackson Music & More Summer Concert Series presents Jenifer Jackson Sunday, August 16, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Member $18 / Non-Member $24 Season Pass: Member $160 / Non-Member $195 Jenifer Jackson Trio will present a show in 3 parts: songs from her upcoming release of Carole King compositions, original compositions from Jenifer's discography, and jazz duets from the album Together in Time she made with her father, Julian. The program will be sultry, melodic, and rich with soulful sounds. She is joined by world renowned pianist / accordionist Joe Sonny Barbato and electric bassist Richard Gates. http://www.jeniferjackson.com Jenifer Jackson on acoustic guitar & vocals Sonny Barbato on Piano and Accordion Richard Gates on Electric Bass Julian Jackson on vocals Cancellation policy: CCMoA must be notified 1 week prior for refund. Date and Time: Aug 16, 4 PM-5 PM Cost: $18-$24 Place: Cape Cod Museum of Art 60 Hope Lane, Dennis, MA, USA Website

Events Atwood Museum Summer Concert Series: Anita & Julian Graef Summer Concert Series: Anita & Julian Graef Where: Mural Barn, Atwood Museum When: Thursday, August 27th, 2026 – Concert begins 6:00 PM, Doors open 5:30 PM About Anita Graef: American cellist Anita Graef has garnered acclaim as a musician of "superb artistry" (Pasadena Now) who performs with "high energy and polish" (WQXR). She has appeared extensively throughout North America and Europe in concerto, recital, and chamber music engagements, establishing a remarkable artistic voice defined by her charismatic stage presence, versatility, and infectious joy. Her notable performances include Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall, the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert series, and Concerts from the Library of Congress, with features in Strings Magazine and appearances on WQXR, WFMT, NPR and more. Ms. Graef’s recent concerto appearances include performances with the Louisville Orchestra, Arkansas Philharmonic, Riverside Symphony, and Miami Valley Symphony, among others. Highlights of the 2025-26 season include debut performances at Honest Brook Music Festival (NY), George Flynn Classical Concerts (CT), ArtsLIVE at University of Dayton (OH), Classix Festival (Romania), the Jefferson Center (VA), WDAV 99.9 (NC), as well as return engagements to the Driehaus Museum, Washington and Lee University, the La Grua Center and Green Lake Festival of Music. She has held artist-in-residence positions at the Taft Museum of Art, pianoSonoma festival and Lake George Music Festival, as well as a recent role as Emerging Artist at the Victoria Bach Festival. She holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance and a Master's degree from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Ms. Graef performs on a modern Italian cello by Ferdinando Garimberti, dated 1923. About Julian Graef: Violinist and violist Julian Graef has earned acclaim as an artist of remarkable versatility. He has been featured in Strings Magazine, on the “Concerts from the Library of Congress” series, and in many of the world’s foremost concert halls. In addition to an active touring schedule as a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician, Mr. Graef also serves as the Co-director of the Juliani Ensemble, and as the founding Executive Director of Tallgrass Chamber Music Festival. With the Juliani Ensemble, Mr. Graef has given performances and masterclasses at universities and conservatories throughout North America, while also directing the Ensemble’s resident series; Saturday Salons at Primitive Gallery in Chicago, IL. Mr. Graef obtained both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Eastman School of Music. He performs on a 1949 Natale Carletti viola and an unnamed 1810 Stradivarius model violin. Find out more at anitaandjuliangraef.com Admission is $25 per person. Date and Time: Thu, Aug 27, 6 PM Cost: $25 Place: Atwood House and Museum 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham, MA, USA Website

Events The Shape of Things: A Collage Workshop with Richard Neal Tues, Aug 18, 10-2pm. Member $120, Non-member $132 LENGTH: 4 hours, with a break for lunch LEVEL: all levels welcome WHAT TO EXPECT: Explore the shape of things in this collage workshop with our summer artist-in-residence, Richard Neal (Grand Curio Charade in the Great Hall through Sep 15). Collage invites the artist to create freely and expressively, assembling diverse layers into cohesive artworks. Working in a large format with bold shapes and using a variety of papers, brown paper bags, various pigments and adhesives, each student will create a 36" x 48" collage, building complex images and exploring tonal values and visual composition. All materials are provided and each student will have their own large workspace. Students are asked to bring examples of source imagery to inspire their work. Dress to make art and bring a brown-bag lunch for the convivial break. DON'T FORGET: This class is held on the first floor in the Education Wing. Bring lunch! SAVE: Save $12 on this class by purchasing a membership for only $65 and get discounts on classes and events year-round at the Center. INSTRUCTOR: Richard Neal was born in Washington, DC and grew up in Maryland. He earned a Master's degree at the Cranbrook Academy of Art and works at Chalkboard Studio in Barnstable Village on Cape Cod. His work was featured in a three-city tour of Cuba in 2020, and in a 2024 one-person exhibit at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum. In 2026, he will be one of fifteen artists commissioned to participate in an outdoor sculpture exhibit at the Duxbury Art Complex, titled Under Construction: America at 250. Richard is the inaugural recipient of the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Fellowship. The writer, André van der Wende has observed that “Neal is a master at creating distressed surfaces full of invention and the unexpected, tough and confrontational in their manufacture and effect.” Date and Time: Tues, Aug 18, 10 AM-2 PM Cost: $120-$132 Place: Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA, USA Website

Events Dennis Village Cemetery Walk Dennis Village Cemetery Walk Friday, August 21, 2026, 10:00am Dennis Village Cemetery Rt 6A Old King's Hwy Dennis, MA 02638 In the third and final event of the summer series, guide Diane Rochelle takes you on a tour of this historic cemetery. In celebration of our 250th Anniversary, with an emphasis on American Revolutionary War veterans, learn the story of some of those interred here. Rain date: Sunday, August 23rd at 2:00 pm Date and Time: Fri, Aug 21, 10 AM Cost: Free Place: Dennis Historical Society 260 Main St, Dennis, South Dennis, MA, USA Website

Events EHS Watercolor Workshop with Jenny Faw Sun, Aug 16 Watercolor Workshop with Jenny Faw A Freestyle Watercolor Workshop on August 16 for everyone. Our thanks to artist Jenny Faw for this special way to express your creativity and support our museums. No experience needed. Sign up today. Bring a friend. For more info, sign up at Jennyfaw.com Date and Time: Sun, Aug 16, 10 AM-12 PM Cost: Place: Eastham Historical Society 25 School House Road, Eastham, MA, USA Website

Events Martha's Daughter Pop-Up Café Simoneau Kitchen Aug 1, 2, 3, and Aug 21, 22, 23, 5-8pm for grab-n-go LENGTH: open 5-8pm Aug 1, 2, 3, and Aug 21, 22, 23 WHAT TO EXPECT: Chef Nyanyika Banda brings her award-winning and critically acclaimed Martha's Daughter concept to the Cultural Center of Cape Cod for a seasonal pop-up dining series. Originally created as a celebration of community, culture, and culinary exploration, Martha's Daughter draws inspiration from the many traditions that make up the American food landscape. Menus highlight fresh Cape Cod ingredients while reflecting the diverse cultural influences that shape contemporary American cuisine. Guests can expect a rotating menu featuring: Handmade ramen and dumplings Street-style tacos Seasonal small plates Local seafood Vegetarian and vegan offerings Creative chef specials inspired by the season Grab dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious supper on the patio! EXTRAS: Chef Nyanyika will also be teaching classes and offering sit-down dinners at the Center. DON'T FORGET: The pop-up is counter service only. Feel free to bring your own beverage to enjoy responsibly. CHEF: Chef Nyanyika Banda is a chef, culinary historian, educator, writer, and author of The Official Wakanda Cookbook . Throughout her career she has worked in acclaimed kitchens, led culinary education programs, written extensively about food and culture, and created immersive dining experiences that connect people through storytelling and shared meals. Her work has been featured by The New York Times , The Washington Post , NPR, Food52, and Resy. Whether teaching a cooking class, presenting a culinary history program, or serving a multi-course dinner, Chef Nyanyika 's goal is to create experiences that nourish both curiosity and community. Date and Time: Aug 1, 2, 3, and Aug 21, 22, 23 Cost: Place: Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA, USA Website

Events Captain Bangs Hallet House Now OPEN The Captain Bangs Hallet House is now open, featuring our summer 2026 exhibit, Yarmouth in Revolution. Tickets are available online or at the door. Date and Time: Ongoing All Summer Cost: Place: Historical Society of Old Yarmouth 229 Old King's Highway, Yarmouth Port, MA, USA Website

Events Opening Reception: Mary Crocker Fassett About Boston native and Cape Cod transplant Mary Crocker Fassett (1915 - 2016) was a self-taught artist who worked in various mediums. Drawings in charcoal and ink; paintings in oil, egg tempera, and pastel; intaglio engraving and etchings; ceramics; and sculptural materials for some 80 years. Much of her art was created in her home studio in Truro MA, where she lived from 1980 until her death. Her work, Ms. Fassett said in the early 2000s, was inspired by the great Renaissance painters and includes scores of portraits (her first self-portrait was made at 12 years old) and macabre scenes reminiscent of Bosch and Bruegel. She was inspired by the landscape of Switzerland, France, Truro, and other places she lived. As Ms. Fassett grew older, she painted from her imagination, often translating what she felt from music and novels into visual art. The daughter of portrait painter Truman Edmund Fassett (1885 -1970), she studied at Sarah Lawrence College in New York and married three times. Ms. Fassett’s work has been shown locally at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum, Castle Hill Center for the Arts, the Schoolhouse Gallery, among other places. Learn More and purchase tickets Date and Time: Aug 22, 2 PM-4 PM Cost: Place: Cape Cod Museum of Art 60 Hope Lane, Dennis, MA, USA Website

Events Yoga for Everyone with Marnie: Wednesday Mornings Ongoing Wed, 830-930am. Drop-in $20, 6-pack $100. LENGTH: ongoing Wednesdays. No class Oct 1 LEVEL: all levels WHAT TO EXPECT: Are you stressed? Do you need to move a little more? Wondering where the heck your inner harmony went? Try a weekly yoga class with Marnie and add more movement to your life, learn to focus your mind, and cultivate a central place of peace within. These hour-long sessions offer opportunities to develop real and lasting strength, stability, flexibility, balance and acceptance at any age. EXTRAS: All sessions will include brief meditation, breathing exercises (Pranayama), poses (Asana), and resting poses (Savasana). DON'T FORGET : Bring a mat and a water bottle. This class is held in the Launchpad Gallery on the first floor. SAVE : Buy the 6-pack for $100 and save $20! INSTRUCTOR: Marnie Bacon is a long-timer as a professional in the field of Wellness. She is known for her articulate instruction, her humor, and a modern approach to the ancient teachings of yoga and meditation. Date and Time: Ongoing Wednesdays Cost: $20-$100 Place: Cultural Center of Cape Cod 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA, USA Website