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Hidden New England

Living History at the Josiah Dennis Manse, Dennis, Cape Cod

10/31/2019

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Learning New Stuff in an Old House

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Wait a sec... who's teaching whom?
The Dennis Historical Society operates the Josiah Dennis Manse, named after the first minister for whom the town was named after. Open part-time during the summer, it features guides in each room who will educate you, answer questions, and are clearly well-versed in the history of the house and period.

The house also features a room about the town's nautical history, with names and facts that will tie to street signs people might not have otherwise thought about. There is also a rotating exhibit. On the day we visited, we learned about the first major resort in town, the Nobscusset Inn. The dinner menu, photos, and other items on display made for interesting conversation with my daughters.

Donations help keep this house operating, and they're now beginning work on renovating the adjacent 1745 one-room schoolhouse, and discovering the secrets it holds. On a day when you choose to skip the beach, this provides a low-cost, educational opportunity for the whole family that supports a good cause.
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The 1745 schoolhouse currently has one half showing a colonial school and the other representing a mid-19th century schoolhouse.
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    • Nautical-Themed Serving Trays
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    • Hand-Carved Whale Trays
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    • Unique Beach-Themed Wall Art
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  • Limited Releases
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  • Upcoming Fairs