Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
About Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
How exciting to spend a day discovering and learning all about the beautiful and unique wildlife and natural environment of Cape Cod? Well, if you visit the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, you can do just that!
Although a small museum, there are plenty of things to discover and learn as a family - including exploring the aquarium! The museum preserves, exhibits and interprets their own collection of natural history artifacts, as well as displays artifacts on loan and via traveling exhibits - so there is always something new and exciting to discover!
There are two floors of exhibits at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, all about the flora and fauna of Cape Cod. You'll find an Archeology exhibit that explores 10,000 years of regional history, showing how the landscape has changed geologically, and how humans have evolved.
You'll find an exhibition on Honey Bees, complete with three full-sized field hives so you can observe the workings of a real bee hive!
Also at this Cape Cod museum are exhibits documenting the wildlife that live in the Cape Cod region, with a number of taxidermy models of wildlife so kids can really get up close to them!
There are even several displays are interactive and geared to children, so it really is a family experience!
They are also a nature education center, meaning kids and adults alike can participate in high quality programs, workshops, interactive exhibits, classes and more that reveal many facets of the natural world.
The wonders of the natural world and the beauty of the Cape Cod region are all celebrated at this family friendly museum, so c'mon kids - Mother Nature is calling!
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Suggest editAdults $15
Children $7 (Ages 3 to 12)
Free Under 2 years
Last Update 2023
Discount Seniors $12, free for Active Military with ID & families, and members
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Cape Cod Museum of Natural History FAQ’s
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Cape Cod Museum of Natural History?
Grab something to eat in the area before or after your visit!
Any top tips when visiting?
The museum has 3 trails; the John Wing Trail, the Lee Baldwin Trail and the Herring Run
Does Cape Cod Museum of Natural History have a gift shop?
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Shop offers a unique selection of books, toys, cards, jewelry, and more to inspire the naturalist in you!
Teachers corner
The centerpiece of our school group experience is the guided walk with students on the John Wing Trail for 90 minutes, as well as immersing the students in the world of STEM! Give the museum a call to arrange your field trip!
Is Cape Cod Museum of Natural History fully accessible?
Give them a call to ask about the accessibility, they will be happy to help answer any questions!
Any additonal information?
Don't miss a visit to the aquarium too!
No dogs are allowed on museum property and no dogs are allowed on the trails between May 1st and September 30th.
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