Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum in Brewster that spans 17,000 square feet and displays exhibits about local wildlife, ocean life, and regional ecosystems. The museum uses its collections to teach about the natural diversity and ecological connections of this coastal region.

The museum was founded in 1954 as Cape Cod Junior Museum and started with portable learning exhibits for schools. In 1960, it found a permanent home and grew into an established educational facility for the public.

The museum displays exhibits about the Wampanoag people, the original inhabitants of this region, with objects that document their long connection to this land. Visitors can see how they lived here and how their culture was tied to the natural world around them.

The grounds offer three nature trails across 400 acres with varied landscapes such as salt marshes, pine forests, and barrier beaches that can be explored year-round. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and note that the trails pass through different types of terrain.

The museum features an observable beehive where visitors can watch honeybees at work, making the pollination process visible to everyone. In summer, there is also a butterfly house where colorful insects can be admired in a natural setting.

Location: Brewster

Address: 869 Main Street/Route 6A, Brewster, MA 02631

Phone: +15088963867

Website: http://ccmnh.org

GPS coordinates: 41.75400,-70.11600

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:24