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Online Exclusive: From Four Friends to Founders

Peter Nelson, Ollie Cheever, Harrison Hill, and Ben Carbeau originally became friends in seventh grade in Concord, Massachusetts but then went their separate ways for high school and college—sharing summers together on Cape Cod is what kept their longstanding friendship alive. Despite being barely old enough to legally drink, four middle-school best friends have become co-founders of their very own hard iced-tea brand that’s inspired by their memories on Cape Cod. “We started out just...

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A Love Letter to Nantucket

From sun-seeking vacationers to quirky locals, author Elin Hilderbrand has spent her career vividly capturing the nuances of island life on Nantucket. All the while, her sister, Heather Thorpe, has been observing a story of her own—the evolution of Elin herself. Now, Heather, partnered with the comfort and ease of Nantucket Island Tours, is inviting visitors behind the scenes, offering an intimate look at the places Elin holds dear—and sharing a few of her own...

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The LIFE Brian Built

Reflections on the man who created the first local publication born from a love of sharing all that makes Cape Cod special.

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Seaside Sentiments: Where is your bench?

Cape Cod Life readers share personal stories, feelings, and moments that capture the spirit of what this special place means.

Talent and Taste

With a prestigious James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant in 2025, LUNE Restaurant in Dennis Port is just getting started.

Photo Portfolio: Life Through the Lens

See some of the amazing images captured by the participants in our annual photo contest.

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For the Love of Summer

An Edgartown home provides respite and relaxation for a busy family.

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A Whisper of Luxury

Port and Dune’s Katie Murphy creates a soothing and serene environment for a New Seabury property.

Style by Design

Osterville’s newest design center, Alex & Co. welcomes homeowners and professionals alike.

Mastering the Trade: Doreve Nicholaeff

Architect Doreve Nicholaeff shares her insights and wisdom.

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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: Bobby Baker

e.e. cummings once wrote, “For whatever we lose (like a you or a me) it’s always ourselves we find in…

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: Richard Vecchione

Like an absentminded connection between your brain and your creative side, the act of doodling is effortless and playful. It…

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: Philip Dutra

Growing up on the shores of Cape Cod, Philip Dutra channels a lifetime of coastal experiences into his artwork, capturing…

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.