Museums in Yarmouth, Massachusetts

Typical of the sumptuous tastes of the time, this 1840 Greek Revival house is named for the China trade seafarer who lived here from 1863 to 1893. The Historical Society of Old Yarmouth, which ove... More on Frommers

Sea captain's house 8 rooms fully furnished provide a glimpse into 19th century life. More on Massvacation.com

The rambling former residence of the famous illustrator has been turned into a museum. The first floor has ... More on travelandleisure

(a discussion of Gorey while back in Boston, stumbiling upon a small bookshop, finding a Gorey Poster, a mi... More on TripAdvisor

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is located on an 80-acre tract of land containing three nature trails t ... More on PlanetWare

The interactive, hands-on exhibits at Cape Cod Discovery Museum concentrates on science, history, and the arts ... More on PlanetWare

Pets must be on leash, except during the months of September through March when dogs are allowed off-leash,... More on DogFriendly.com

Tour the old-style kitchen where jams and jellies are made in old-fashioned tradition. Jams and jellies o... More on igougo

Once a contender for the title of the Cape's oldest house (a couple of privately owned Provincetown houses appear to have a stronger claim), this saltbox (ca. 1680) is nonetheless a noteworthy beauty, with its diamond-pane windows ... More on Frommers

The only property on the Cape currently preserved by the prestigious Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, this house, built around 1780, deserves every honor. Not only is it a lovely example of the shingled ... More on Frommers

Send ahead for a brochure, and you could work some learning into your vacation. A great many celebrated writers and artists -- from poet Alan Dugan to painter Edith Vonnegut -- emerge from their summer hideaways to offer courses, ... More on Frommers