Cape Cod: Hub and Spoke
Known for its temperate weather, scenic beaches and rich American history, Cape Cod has plenty of things to see and do. Historically named for producing large quantities of cod and mackerel offshore, Cape Cod is often referred to as the “flexing arm” of Massachusetts because of its shape. Famous naturalist writer Henry David Thoreau also wrote about the area.
Cape Cod is made up of 15 towns (all comprised of smaller villages) and 560 miles of seashore. The area is also home to 42 world-class golf courses and 13 historic lighthouses, which is one of the most concentrated collections of lighthouses in the country. Lighthouses in the region have been important tools in keeping ships safe as more than 3,000 shipwrecks have occurred around the Cape in the past 300 years.
Cape Cod is home to over 200,000 people year-round and, during the busy summer months, the area’s population triples. Many people have summer homes here, though the majority of the Cape’s year round residents are retired.
Upper Cape: The Upper Cape is the area closest to the mainland of Massachusetts. The main towns in this area include Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, and Mashpee. In 1916, construction of the Cape Cod Canal was completed, providing a way for ships to maneuver from Cape Cod Bay to Buzzard’s Bay instead of having to travel around the peninsula. All of Cape
Cod is technically surrounded by water.
Travelers will want to visit the Heritage Museums and Gardens located in
Sandwich. Here you can see 76 acres of beautiful gardens, usually best seen
between March and October, as well as antique cars, a military museum, a windmill, unique American art and a beautiful antique carousel. If your group is planning on visiting during the holiday season, you can see the annual Spectacle of Lights, an elaborate display of festive holiday lights that improves every year.
From the Museums and Gardens, it’s a short trip to the Woods Hole Science Aquarium to see seals, fish, turtles and other creatures in this research aquarium. Spencer Baird, who was appointed by President Grant in 1875 to conduct marine research in the area, chose Woods Hole as the location to build this research lab. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.
Near the aquarium is the Nobska Light, one of the 13 lighthouses on Cape Cod. The very first Nobska Lighthouse was built in 1828 as part of a house. However, the roof began to cave in under the great pressure of the beacon.
By Matthew David
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