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Stony Brook Grist Mill
This historic site was built on the foundation of a woolen mill circa 1873. The site also displays vintage milling equipment and a 100-year old loom. Admission is free and a delicious bag of corn is $2.
Address: 830 Stony Brook Rd Brewster MA USA 02631
 1 508 896-1734
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Built in the 1840s, this historic house and museum was once home to one of the Cape's wealthy sea captains and is the only Cape Cod home regularly open to visitors today. Located on Stawberry Lane Common, the house offers visitors a glimpse of 19th century family life. Open June through October, Thursdays through Sundays, tours available.
Address: Strawberry Lane Common Yarmouth Port MA USA
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Winslow Crocker House
History buffs or antique lovers visiting Cape Cod can also visit the Winslow Crocker House, an 18th century home filled with notable pieces of antique furniture, rugs, pewter and ceramics. The house is owned and operated by Historic New England and is open to the public June through mid-October. Tours available.
Address: Old King's Highway Yarmouth Port MA USA 02675
1 617 227-3957 Extn: 256
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Atwood-Higgins House
The Atwood-Higgins House was built in 1730 and may be the oldest house on the Lower Cape. Tours are available.
Address: Pamet Point Road Wellfleet MA USA
1 508 255-3421
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Captain Penniman House
The Captain Penniman House was built in 1867 by Penniman, a wealthy whaling captain. The house has since been refurbished, but still features many original items. Open houses and tours are offered by the National Seashore.
Address: 5 Fort Hill Rd Eastham MA USA 02642
1 508 255-3421
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This local museum is located within a former school building, that taught Harwich students from elementary to high school from 1844 to 1963. The Harwich Historical Society has occupied the building since 1988. Local history is preserved, collected and displayed at the museum.
Address: 80 Parallel St Harwich MA USA 02645
 Send an Email 1 508 432-8089
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Kelley Chapel was built in 1873 as a non-sectarian chapel and donated to the Historical Society of Yarmouth in 1960. It is located off Route 6A approximately 100 yards down a nature trail. The chapel is not routinely open to the public but is available to hire for weddings or special functions.
Address: Off Route 6A Yarmouth Port MA USA
Send an Email 1 508 375-6424
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Quaker Meeting House Yarmouth
Much of South Yarmouth's early development is attributed to its European settlers, many of them Quakers and the original Quaker Meeting House, built in 1809, can still be seen today. With the exception of electricity for heat and light and soft cushions added to the hard benches, the building and its services remain much as they have been for its 200 year history.
Address: North Main Street South Yarmouth MA USA 02664
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This historic building dates back to 1685, and has been operated as a museum since 1972. Special demonstrations depicting colonial life include hearth side cooking, spinning and candle making. Open from mid-June to mid-October.
Address: 85 Old County Rd Sandwich MA USA
1 508 888-4213
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Dexter Grist Mill
This mill was built in 1964, and is still able to grind cornmeal. The 54-inch French Burl millstone is noteworthy. Fresh ground corn and mill tours are also available. Open year round, with limited hours during the winter.
Address: Dexter Grist Mill Sandwich MA USA
1 508 888-5144
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Hoxie House
This may be the oldest house on Cape Cod, circa 1675. It was built for Reverend John Smith, his wife and their 13 children. Since the town purchased the structure in 1950, it has been completely restored and refurnished with period pieces. This historic home is open to visitors from June to mid-October.
Address: 18 Water St Sandwich MA USA 02563
1 508 888-1173
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Erected in 1914, this is the only Marconi-built wireless station remaining. Once the station shifted focus to ships, it was the most active marine coastal radio station in the country from 1921 until 1993. The 13-acre site has ten original buildings, manicured grounds and plenty of interpretive and educational activities.
Address: 847 Orleans Rd Chatham MA USA 02650
1 508 945-8889
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The Old Harbor Lifesaving Museum was originally a U.S. lifesaving station (from 1897 to 1944). The building stands today to display old lifesaving equipment and other information.
Address: Race Point Beach Provincetown MA USA
1 508 349-3785
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