The colorful history of Cape Cod postcards
New exhibit and book showcase 100 years of local postcards “Greetings from Cape Cod”—one vintage postcard reads—“a neck of land where necking is allowed.” The cartoon illustration depicts a “bevy of Cape Cod cuties” swimming just offshore with lobster pots bobbing in the background, while…
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The Changing Shape of the Cape & Islands: Great Point, Nantucket
Editor’s note: This is the 16th in a series of articles covering the region’s dramatically changing coastline. Click here to see all of the articles. In the 18th century, the passageway between the southeastern tip of Cape Cod and Nantucket’s Great Point (1) was one…
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Photo Portfolio: Night photography by Timothy Little
Nighttime photography including moonlit images, light painting and shots of the Milky Way Galaxy by Timothy Little, owner of Cape Night Photography To learn about the history of the Three Sisters—which have been moved inland and are out of commission—visit our online exclusive article…
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Getting to know the women of Cape Cod Roller Derby
These ladies are really on a roll! A warehouse in Dennis Port has taken on a new identity recently for a group of about 40 Cape Cod women. Located on Shad Holl Road, the Cape Cod Media Center serves as home base for the Salty…
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A guide to 8 nature trails in Harwich
The town of Harwich has 12 miles of nature trails The walking and hiking trails located across the town of Harwich offer some of the best of Cape Cod’s landscapes—from forest and meadow, to wetlands and bogs, all teeming with wildlife. If you’re looking for…
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The charming history of Eastham’s ‘Three Sisters’ lighthouses
Cape Cod Life ONLINE exclusive Since their birth in 1838, the Three Sisters lighthouses in Eastham have worked together as a family—first to illuminate the waters off Nauset Light Beach to keep sailors and their families safe, and now to educate the public about the…
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Molly Ringwald to headline Provincetown Jazz Festival
The ’80s film icon is also a singer – and will perform at The Crown & Anchor on August 10 Actress. Writer. Singer. Molly Ringwald is a true triple threat. One might even call her a quadruple threat, as she danced in the starring role…
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Hit the road to visit 6 Cape & Islands antique shops!
Check out these shops to find unusual and fascinating treasures In today’s technology-driven world where many seem to live in a haze of Twitter updates and Instagram stories, one might find a sense of comfort in connecting with the days of old in a tangible…
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Cape Cod Life General Store Partner Profile: East Wind Silver Co.
An eye for design: East Wind Silver Co. of Chatham creates attractive jewelry for women and men (Editor’s note: This is the first installment in our series on Cape Cod Life General Store vendors.) Whether it’s a $6 pair of earrings or a $500 ring, each…
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A love affair with Orleans-a Cape Cod Photo Essay
Online only: Expanded story, plus more photos of Orleans! With coastline along both the Atlantic and Cape Cod Bay, the town of Orleans offers spectacular natural scenery, and the community’s fascinating history is inextricably tied to the sea. Orleans is also known as a mecca for…
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