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Stories In Salt Air

In her keynote at this year’s London Book Fair, Julie Finch, CEO of Hay Festival Global, a charity that organizes book festivals around the world, made a compelling case for book festivals as opportunities for writers and readers to meet each other and share their mutual love of books, not only for the benefits that accrue to the attendees and their publishers, but for the health of reading a writing more generally: “Festivals introduce readers...

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Dune Pearl

There are few places on Cape Cod where the line between land and sea feels as beautifully blurred as it…

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Old Yarmouth: Life during the American Revolution

Local history enthusiast and protector, Diane Rochelle, chair of the Dennis Historical Society, shares details about Old Yarmouth during the American Revolution.

LIFE’s Canvas: Richard Neal

Barnstable-based contemporary artist Richard Neal, creates work that reflects his social awareness while trying to make sense of a world in conflict.

Seaside Sentiments

A father’s letter to his children illustrates not only his love for them, but also for Cape Cod—feelings the family has passed on through the generations.

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A Classic in Full Color

Trellis Home appoints an Edgartown home with a patriotic punch of color.

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Blue Pearl

Shor Home transforms a 350-square-foot waterfront cottage in Provincetown into a spiffy get away.

Coastal Calm

Nantucket interior designer Melanie Gowen curates an ethereal palette that is a thing of dreams.

Shorelines: Living Color Blooms Every Day 

It has been said, “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” If that is true, it stands that, “To create an arrangement, celebrates the day.” In Amy McCord’s new book Blooms Every Day she offers instruction, inspiration and instant satisfaction with her exquisi…

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Our feelings of support and gratitude for what the art community contributes to this unique landscape are deep. Therefore, all the content in this year's Cape Cod ART is available for everyone to read!

2025 Artist Profiles

Artist Profile: Lee Surette

“Cape Cod is a mirror,” says gifted watercolor and oil painting artist Lee Surette, reflecting the stunning beauty of natural…

Artist Profile: Liz Carney

For local gallery owner and artist, Liz Carney, retreating to the scenic shores of Provincetown during the hazy summer months…

Artist Profile: Janine Robertson

For Janine Robertson, the path from trompe l’oeil muralist to contemporary landscape painter was both a natural evolution and a…

Artist Profile: Rob Longley

The word Impressionism conjures certain ideas about art–heavy brushstrokes, an emphasis on nature, and a European ideal. In Rob Longley’s…

Artist Profile: Derek Macara

So many great artists achieve appreciation and recognition after they have left this earth. Van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet; the list…

Artist Profile: Gwen Marcus

For more than a century, the Cape has had a history of being a significant crossroad for artists of distinction.…

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An Artist’s Assistant

With her trusty Golden Retriever by her side, there is nothing artist Meredith Hanson cannot create.

One Wag At A Time

Thanks to their team of dedicated volunteers (of human and canine kind), Hearts and Paws Comfort Dogs is bringing pawsitivity to our community.

Not Ruffin’ It

These accommodations across the Cape & Islands are ready to pamper you and your pup on your next getaway.

A Doggone Good Day

The Daffy Dog Parade, an annual event hosted by the Nantucket Chamber of Commerce in partnership with NiSHA, is a tail-wagging good time.