History
The Atwood Museum: Chatham’s History, Galleries & Visitor Guide
The Atwood Museum: Chatham’s Maritime and Cultural History Located on Stage Harbor Road in Chatham, Massachusetts, the Atwood Museum offers a deep look into Cape Cod’s maritime roots and community heritage. Run by the Chatham Historical Society since 1925, the museum showcases the region’s development from the 1700s to today. Whether you’re interested in historic…
Read MoreThe Chatham Lighthouse: History and Heritage
Chatham Lighthouse: History and Heritage Chatham Lighthouse is an active U.S. Coast Guard light station at the elbow of Cape Cod, and you can visit it three ways: see it for free from the sidewalk or beach year-round, climb the tower on a free guided summer tour, or photograph it from the overlook above Lighthouse…
Read MoreThings to Do in Chatham, MA with Kids
A Family-Friendly Guide on Things to Do in Chatham, MA with Kids Chatham sits at the elbow of Cape Cod, and it packs an unusual amount into a small, walkable place. Families can spend a morning on a calm, shallow beach, watch fishing boats unload a few feet away while seals beg for scraps, catch…
Read MoreThe Shipwrecks of Cape Cod: A History of Maritime Tragedies and Discoveries
The Shipwrecks of Cape Cod: A History of Maritime Tragedies and Discoveries Cape Cod’s outer beaches have claimed more than 3,000 vessels in 300 years of recorded maritime history, earning the stretch from Chatham to Provincetown the name the ocean graveyard. The combination of shifting sandbars, powerful nor’easters, and dense shipping traffic made this 25-mile…
Read MoreChatham History Month 2025
Chatham History Month 2025 June 2025 marks a special occasion in Chatham, Massachusetts, as the town comes together to celebrate Chatham History Month. This month-long event, organized by Historic Chatham, offers residents and visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of Chatham’s past. From engaging lectures and guided tours to hands-on activities…
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