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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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Coastal Country

Country culture is experiencing an ever-growing glory in recent years. The hit television series glamorizing the western experience, like Yellowstone and its spin-offs are recurring instigators, drawing people into the culture and lifestyle. Recently, Cape Cod is hopping on board.  Ross Roncelli is the General Manager at South Shore Music Circus and the Cape Cod Melody Tent. The uniquely circular venue, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, creates an intimate atmosphere for up to 2,250...

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Inside “The Academy”

The Queen of Beach Reads, Elin Hilderbrand, pens a new novel with her daughter.

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Gunk’holing: A Window on The Cove

Brian always carefully observed subtle changes in the season, as this celebration of autumn reveals, from November 1995. ~ Kevin Shortsleeve

Seaside Splendor

A young girl’s promise to herself comes true and the beach wedding of her dreams is realized.

Photo Portfolio: Denise Barker

Behind the lens of Denise Barker, whose serene coastal images capture the wonder of the natural beauty around her.

Seaside Bridal Couture

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From Tide to Twilight: The Glow of Great Design

Digs Design Company teams up with Whitla Brothers Builders for an enchanting project overlooking a tranquil Cape Cod vista.

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Mastering the Trade: David Newton

David Newton of C.H. Builders reflects on four generations of building fine homes for special clients.

Shorelines: Woven In Time

On Main Street in Nantucket, where the breeze off the ocean comes in over the cobblestoned streets, sits the iconic…

Views For Days

McPhee Associates brings a John Dvorsack design to life with a stunning Buzzards Bay backdrop.

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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: Andrea M. Sawyer

The journey along life’s unexpected twists and turns has brought Andi Sawyer to a place where she’s still happily mystified…

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: Philip Dutra

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

Artist Profile: David Kooharian

What’s the best thing about living as an artist on Cape Cod? According to David Kooharian, “Anywhere you have different…

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: Thomas Hoffmann

It’s not unusual for an artist to carefully navigate the delicate balance between the pull of creative inspiration and the…

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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.