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Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

869 Rte. 6A, Brewster, MA 02631
800-479-3867
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Ranked #8 of 18 attractions in Brewster
Type: Science Museums, Natural History Museums, Museums
Activities: Leisure education
Description: Museum offers a day-long camp for kids.
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Hyannis, Massachusetts
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38 reviews 38 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Good for adults and kids. A must are any of the guided trail walks thru the marsh to the beach. it's not a difficult walk and very much work it.

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Our children loved the petting tank and looking at the fish i the aquarium. You could tell the people that worked there really loved what they did.

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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
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31 reviews 31 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

One of those muyst see attrractions for the whole family. All llevels of education - exhibits and trails - wonderful, interpersonal staff to explain the origins of the Cape and ways to keep her safe!

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See 10 more reviews by Snuffle1 for Brewster
Pennsylvania
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36 reviews 36 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2013

This is a wonderful museum that is very informative and is a great stop to learn appreciate the variety of flora and fauna of the Cape. Exhibits are kid friendly and the staff members are helpful.

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Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2012

We have experienced well maintained trails, enthusiastic caring volunteers, well done displays of both history and aquatic life each time we've visited. Its not a flashy urban museum and doesn't try to be. It has a relaxed homey vibe. It is a museum with live bees in a hive, a great view of the salt marsh and birds just outside... More

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Saratoga Springs, New York, United States
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31 reviews 31 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012

Okay, it's small, but inside is a great aquarium for learning about aquatic life (marine and freshwater) in the Cape area. And the best element of all is the open-top tank with all kinds of creatures and shells to be found on the Brewster Mudflats nearby and elsewhere along the Cape's beaches. We already had explored several beach areas and,... More

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Connecticut
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36 attraction reviews
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

If you visit just one aquarium on the cape, this should be it. Clean, modern facility with ample free parking which makes up for the $8 per adult charge. The admission fee is worth it! Modern, interesting exhibits on Native Americans, and local nature. Beautiful large windows for birdwatching in the same room where there are many kids' activities. Aquarium... More

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Brewster, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2012

We have been to the museum a bunch of times now since someone bought us a year membership. You can't compare this to any of the big city museums, but that is what makes it so nice for those of us with young children. There are a nice selection of aquatic life in the aquarium area. Having gone a few... More

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Chatham, Massachusetts
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14 reviews 14 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

I have to say I was disappointed when I finally made it to this Museum. I had tried to go many times before and was unable so I checked the Website to familiarize myself with it. I read something about 'what to do before you go' and off we went. It unfortunately was high tide and none of the trails... More

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Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts
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36 attraction reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 21, 2012

Great for kids, good hiking trails. There are always rescued animals to see and a picture window with bird feeders to admire. You can walk out to Cape Cod Bay, examine the stuffed birds, and see small snakes and other critters. There's an indoor tide pool too. Busy when it rains.

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