The Cape Cod Museum Trail

Ready for a night of stargazing on the coast? The Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is hosting an Amateur Astronomy Night and Star Party on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

The evening kicks off at the Reserve Visitor Center with a presentation by the Cape Cod Astronomical Society on night sky visibility and astrophotography, followed by an outdoor star party featuring a laser pointer constellation tour, binocular viewing, and telescope observation.

This family-friendly event is open to adults and children ages 6 and up, though rain will postpone the evening. Secure your spot by registering directly at the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine website!

Don't miss your chance to explore local maritime history before the season wraps up! ⚓️

The Coast Guard Heritage Museum in Barnstable Village is entering its final weeks of the season. Please note their updated fall schedule: the museum will only be open on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Make sure to mark your calendar for their final day on Wednesday, November 11 (Veteran's Day), when the museum will celebrate its season finale with free admission and special discounts in the gift shop!

Step back in time at The Revolutionary War Experience at the Brewster Historical Society’s Windmill Village! Perfect for families and history buffs alike. Grab the kids and watch history come alive!

📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Windmill Village (51 Drummer Boy Road, Brewster, MA)
🎟️ Admission: FREE!

What’s happening:
💥 Live cannon & musket drills
⚾ Colonial games like "trap ball" (a predecessor to baseball)
✒️ Quill pen writing and living history displays
⛺ Historic camp life and outdoor cooking demonstrations

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Join exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges for Intentional Images, an immersive 2-day photography workshop at the Cahoon Museum of American Art in Cotuit, MA held on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This hands-on experience will help you move beyond automatic camera settings to master composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.

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Protect Your Hydrangeas for the Winter with Expert Tips!

Cape Cod winters can be tough on our beloved bigleaf hydrangeas, often leading to poor blooms the following summer. Give your garden its best chance at a stunning comeback by joining the Hydrangea Winter Protection Strategies Workshop at Heritage Museums & Gardens on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Hosted indoors at the Heald Center, this popular session features Heritage's own curator, Mal Condon, who will walk you through live tool demonstrations, step-by-step winterization techniques, and the latest protective products

Visit the link in our bio to learn more!

Calling all Joni Mitchell fans! Experience an unforgettable evening of music with Big Yellow Taxi – The Music of Joni Mitchell: Miles of Aisles Remix at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

This one-of-a-kind musical experience goes far beyond mere imitation, diving deep into Joni's musical genius from her early folk roots and pop masterpieces to her jazz-influenced compositions. Featuring the expressive, soaring vocals of Teresa Lorenço, the ensemble delivers an intimate and emotional journey through Joni’s most powerful and best-loved songs.

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The Cape Cod Museum Trail's family wishes everyone a very happy and safe Halloween! 🎃

⏰ Don't forget to "fall back" this weekend!

Daylight Saving Time officially ends this Sunday, November 1st, at 2:00 AM. Remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to sleep. The evenings will be a bit darker, but the good news is that the holiday season is right around the corner!

We want to thank First Citizens' Federal Credit Union for their continued support of the Cape Cod Museum Trail. With their support, we are able to inform the community of the wonderful museums on Cape Cod.

Visit the First Citizens' Federal Credit Union's website to learn more about them!

🎃Looking for something fun to do before trick-or-treating kicks off?
Drop by the Cahoon Museum of American Art for their annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm!

It is the perfect afternoon destination to enjoy festive, hands-on arts and crafts for all ages, delicious sweet treats, and a chance to explore the gorgeous museum galleries together. Tickets are $17.00 for adults, $5 for children, and completely FREE for museum members.

Visit the Cape Cod Museum Trail Website's Featured Events page to learn more!