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Cape Cod Museum of Art

60 Hope Lane · Dennis, MA

Why you should go…

Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis collects and exhibits work by artists connected to Cape Cod, spanning painting, sculpture, and photography across rotating shows. The museum is open year-round Tuesday through Sunday. General admission is discounted on the first Thursday evening of each month.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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