Yarmouth was founded in 1639 by settlers from the Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay Colonies. They and those who followed have played an important role in shaping Cape Cod and the nation itself.But for thousands of years many others have lived, fished, hunted, and died on this sandy peninsula and on the waters that surround us.The Historical Society of Old Yarmouth Read more...
For a house built in eighteenth-century Cape Cod, Winslow Crocker House is surprisingly elaborate, with rich paneling in every room. Learn about Miss Thacher’s ambitious relocating and remodeling. The result of her efforts is a colonial Cape Cod house with a twentieth-century flavor. Miss Thacher’s impressive collection of furniture is a thorough survey of early American styles (Jacobean, William and Read more...
Judah Baker’s windmill is a scenic spot to visit in any season. Originally built in 1791 at Grand Cove in North Dennis, the windmill moved several times before reaching its current home in South Yarmouth. Today the mill has been authentically rebuilt and restored and still contains the original mechanical equipment. When winter weather cooperates, enjoy a picturesque stroll with Read more...
The Edward Gorey House, also known as the Elephant House, is the home on Cape Cod in which Edward Gorey—author, illustrator, puppeteer, and playwright—lived and worked from 1986 until his death in 2000. The house currently serves as a museum celebrating Gorey’s life and work. Read more...