Brewster Travel Guide

Welcome to Brewster, MA!

The peaceful town of Brewster is located bay side in Barnstable County on the idyllic Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The town boasts 325 acres (132 ha) of beach and marshlands and 24 ponds. Almost 10 percent of Brewster's area is comprised of water. As a result, the town has implemented a conservation plan (1985) that has resulted in a third of the area being retained for open space, recreation and watershed protection. Today, Brewster celebrates award winning drinking water. First settled in 1656, Brewster was originally part of the town of Harwich. Brewster was named after the first religious leader of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Colony, Elder William Brewster. The town was a popular residence for wealthy sea captains, who built their luxurious estates by the beach. Exploring Brewster's history is easy, at the New England Fire and History Museum and the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Both are committed to local history and display antique artifacts. The Brewster Store is a huge part of local history, open since 1866, with unique items like original glass bottles of Coke and unusual gifts. The great outdoors play an important role in Brewster life, with Nickerson State Park providing a venue for camping, fishing, biking and water sports. Brewster is home to an astounding number of art galleries. Some notable ones include the Art House Gallery and the Underground Gallery. The Brewster in Bloom Festival is a celebrated annual event. Every June, locals and tourists flock to the decorated streets for the beautiful parade. Dances, contests and kid's activities are also featured.

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