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False Teeth: Colonial Cosmetic Dentistry
False teeth, in 1768, were only made to talk with and display and certainly not made for help in eating. As a clue to the way in which people were outfitted with missing teeth, note this advertisement… -
Take Route 6A To See Old Cape Cod
On June 15th 1950, the State of Massachusetts opened the first section of highway known as the Mid-Cape Highway running from the Sagamore Bridge to approximately 3 miles west of Hyannis. Today Route… -
Capturing A Whale
When the spout of a whale was sighted, there was heard the famous cry of the lookout man: “Thar’ she blows!” Sails were trimmed according to distance, and the ship made to head as… -
What Is Cape Cod Made Up Of?
One can not think of Cape Cod without thinking of all the entrancing things which make it up, not merely a funny-shaped hook jutting out seaward from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, but sand, and… -
The 19th Hole
Located off Main Street Hyannis is The 19th Hole. This pub is a popular place to visit if you’re looking for a nice place to relax. The appearance alone, will remind you of… -
Shipmasters of Dennis
Not even in the seaports of Boston or New York do the great long bowsprits and jib booms of squareriggers rise these days out and over the wharves bordering harbor streets. For the square rigger with… -
The Meaning of Puritan
The title Puritan bears several meanings, including one that distinguished two groups of dissatisfied members of the church of England. -
$70,000 From 50 Cent For Summer Stars Camp
A $70,000 grant from 50 Cent and the G-Unity Foundation made it possible for 50 kids from the New York City area to attend the Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts here on Cape Cod. 50 Cent chose… -
The Island Merchant
Located on Main Street in Hyannis is this small… -
Brewster, The Sea Town
Brewster was once the town of ship masters and sea captains. All Brewster mates, worth their salt, went to sea. Brewster men became captains -
Cape Cod Houses Most Popular
The most popular of all styles of houses in America today is almost surely our own Cape Cod style house. Go where you will throughout… -
RooBar Hyannis
This metropolitan looking bar is located on Main Street… -
Lost Dog Pub East Dennis
This pub/restaurant tucked away over on the north side… -
4Bros. Bistro
Located at the Cove Resort in West Yarmouth is the 4Bros… -
Freshwater Fishing Spots: Cape Cod Lake & Pond Map
Even though Cape Cod is surrounded by some of the best saltwater fishing waters in the Northeast, the freshwater fishing is great here too. The Cape is home to hundreds of freshwater ponds and lakes.… -
U.S. Life Saving Stations (historical sites)
In the early days of maritime travel, Cape Cod was known as “The Graveyard of Ships”. There… -
O’Shea’s Olde Inne At West Dennis
Under new ownership, O’Shea’s Olde… -
Too Many Seals, Not Enough Sharks
The growing seal population on the Cape will be an ever increasing problem into the future. As a commercial… -
Test Your Own Work
No matter how comical or absurd the early Puritan laws may seem, it must be remembered that the motive was to make the people better and more equal. To produce a moral and a pure Christian life was… -
The Salt Industry
At one time there were several hundred salt manufactories on the Cape. It all started when Capt. John “Sleepy” Sears constructed -
Blackfish Invasions
Blackfish up to twenty feet long frequently ground themselves on Cape Cod beaches. There are many theories as to why they beach themselves in this manner. -
Driving Directions From New York City to Cape Cod
If driving to Cape Cod from NY City, you are going to take Interstate 95 North through Connecticut and Providence then take Interstate 195 East to Route 25. You will enter the Cape over the Bourne Bridge… -
Sam Diego’s Hyannis
Since 1982, Sam Diego’s has been offering… -
Cape Cod Area Weather: NEXRAD Radar Loop
National Weather Service Boston Zone radar loop: NEXRAD (Next Generation Radar) obtains weather information (precipitation and wind) based upon returned energy. The radar emits a burst of energy (green).… -
Black Sheep Bah and Grill Yarmouth Port
Located off Route 6A YarmouthPort in the Fiddlers… -
Sundancer’s West Dennis
Established in 1983, this waterfront restaurant… -
The British Beer Company Hyannis
The British Beer Company founded in 1997, is a great… -
Bobby Byrne’s Pub Restaurant Hyannis
Founded in 1973, Bobby Byrne’s has… -
Boston to Provincetown Fast Ferry
This summer, make the trip between Boston and Provincetown in speed and style. Forget about -
Town of Falmouth MA Overview & Map
Falmouth is the second largest town in the county in land area and is a very attractive and modern place. Falmouth likely has one of the longest coastlines in Massachusetts. Consequently, there is a… -
Town of Eastham MA Overview & Map
Located in the lower Cape area, the town is bounded on two sides by land and on the other sides by water, the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Cod Bay. Once heavily forested, the stands of oak and pine were… -
Meet Your Local Shellfish Aquaculture Farmer
Here’s a chance to meet, up close and personal those hardworking Lower Cape Cod Aquaculturists. Find out how they got started, what keeps them doing it, how they work their Aquaculture Grants,… -
Elizabeth Islands (Gosnold, Massachusetts)
The Elizabeth Islands, located northwest of Martha’s Vineyard and southeast of New Bedford, were discovered in 1602 by -
Nomans Land Island (aka Nomansland Island)
This little mentioned 628 acre island a few miles southwest of Martha’s Vineyard was discovered in 1602 by -
The Winter of 1875
The winter of 1874-‘75 was one long to be remembered on Cape Cod. The cold was extreme and locked tight every harbor along the shore. -
The Mashpee Indians
The Cape Cod Indians were made up of several tribes. Of these the Mashpee were the most important. Richard Bourne, the first minister in charge of an Indian Church at Mashpee labored faithfully and… -
Fishing Spots: Smuggler’s Beach Fishing Pier South Yarmouth
At the mouth of Bass River, on the west or Yarmouth side, there is a fishing pier at Smuggler’s Beach (aka Bass River Beach). From about 9 am to 4 pm this is a paid beach parking area during the… -
Sirloin Steak - 18c A Pound!
An old-time East Dennis resident reminiscing days gone by in that community, recalled the manner of doing business there. -
Yankee Weather Rhymes
There are many Yankee rhymes and sayings about the weather. Here is an old one: -
Strange Discovery
When they first arrived at Provincetown, the Pilgrims did a fair amount of exploring the Cape. One day some of the Pilgrims wandering on Cape Cod noticed a heap of sand. Curiosity led their steps to… -
Fishing Spots: Parker’s River Rt. 28 Yarmouth
Parker’s River is a popular fishing spot in Yarmouth. There is plenty of parking and a fishing pier on the North side of the Route 28 bridge. You can catch flounder, fluke, striped bass, small… -
The Red Jacket
One event of Yarmouth that is of interest to the lovers of the sea is the voyage of the Red Jacket. Captain Asa Eldridge was her skipper who made a record voyage across the Atlantic in thirteen… -
Give And Take, Early Colonial Trade
The fishing trade caught hold in the Massachusetts Colony from the very first (1630-1650). The colony, in September, 1630 petitioned King James I of England “for the preventing of disorderly trade,… -
The Ruling Hand
Cape Cod once held the ruling power that rightfully belongs in Boston. -
Orders is Orders
Just before Christmas, in 1915, an old salt who was skippering his own schooner, the George Smith, sailed into New Bedford harbor en route to New York with a load of lumber. He had had an experience… -
Common Large Whales of New England
Whale watching is a very popular activity on Cape Cod. Whale watch excursions run regularly from Barnstable Harbor, Provincetown and Plymouth. Here is a list of the large whales most often seen in Cape… -
And Nothing Can Be Done About It
The old Cape skippers weren’t much for the sentimental side of life. They lived a hard and dangerous life and had to accustom themselves to the unpleasantries of such a mode of living. -
Case Against the Mooncussers
The stories about Cape Cod salvagers, or wreckers, especially those of Chatham, have been many, some good and others not so savory, as evidence those connected with the notorious “ -
Farmer Indians
The Indians whom the Pilgrims found at Plymouth when they first arrived were not a scrappy lot. They were, in fact, all that remained of probably several hundred thousands of Indians who earlier lived… -
Setting Out For Greener Pastures
Three hundred fifty plus years ago land on Cape Cod could be had simply for the moving in on it. This is what started up new villages.
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