There are enough crowds in Boston, so why would you want to be among them on your romantic getaway to the Cape, when it should feel like it’s just the two of you? Don’t worry, you can still visit Cape Cod without the crowds in the quaint town of Falmouth, MA! We have the cutest …
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Falmouth, Massachusetts is home to some incredible festivals and events throughout the year. Below you can view the top events that you do not want to miss! Book early and stay at our top rated Falmouth bed and breakfast. Arts Alive Festival The Arts Alive festival is a free three-day festival celebrating the arts. Featuring …
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Food started out as a simple need, but has evolved into one of the greatest art forms of the 21st century. It makes sense too – if we’ve got to eat, why not make what we eat more interesting? Innovators of cuisine have spiced things up, added some flair, and built upon classic recipes to …
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We all know how great the Cape is in the summer, but at Palmer House Inn, we have several ways to help you plan a fantastic trip to Cape Cod in the winter. Check out our list of the top 10 things to do this winter in Falmouth, MA for a fun and relaxing winter …
Read MoreFall is such a magical time of year, especially in New England! The only thing we don’t love about this gorgeous season is that it doesn’t last forever. With that in mind, we wanted to take the guesswork out of your vacation planning and curate a list of our favorite autumnal activities that we think …
Read MoreThe Cultural Center of Cape Cod Serving the Entire Cape Community ByPat O’Connell | Photos by Pat O’Connell The mission statement of the Cultural Center of Cape Cod is: “To serve the entire Cape community and visitors to the area by offering instruction, entertainment, and exhibition in the visual, literary, and performing arts.” The Cultural …
Read MoreBy Pat O’Connell Photos by Pat O’Connell The Brewster General Store was built at Carlton E. Sears Square, as a church in 1852 by the Universalist Society, at a cost of $5,000. The congregation declined because of the Civil War and the building and property were sold in 1866 for $1.00. At that time it …
Read MoreSpice & Tea Merchants Falmouth has a wonderful new shop where one can buy spices, teas and gifts from around the world. It is the Spice & Tea Merchants at 245 Main Street and is located less that a ten minute walk from the Palmer House Inn. Browsing through this store is truly like stepping …
Read MoreExploring the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History By Mary Moran | Photos by Pat O’Connell Continuing on to the lower cape area of the Cape Cod Museum Trail will lead you to the exquisite Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Originally created in 1954, the museum members met at Brewster Town Hall. From there, …
Read MoreMaritime Museum, Cape Cod’s 1st Museum By Mary Moran | Photos by Pat O’Connell Located in the mid-Cape town of Barnstable, is the bustling and popular village of Hyannis. On the village’s waterfront the Maritime Museum is Cape Cod’s first museum. It is completely dedicated to the maritime history and the seafaring culture of the …
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