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Historic & Scenic Places
The town of Chatham and its dramatic coastal setting are abundantly blessed with memorable and historic features beloved of visitors and many recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. A rich and full visitor's itinerary would include the locations listed below.
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- Chatham LighthouseChatham's iconic landmark
37 Main St., ChathamChatham's iconic landmarkConsidered the iconic landmark of the town, the Chatham Light stands 48 feet tall and 80 feet above sea level overlooking the infamous Chatham Bar. It is one of the few lighthouses in America that still operates 24 hours a day. Everything you want to know about the Lighthouse, the Coast Guard station, and the scenic and historic immediate surrounding area known as the Light37 Main St., Chatham - Eldredge Public Library
564 Main St., ChathamPhone: 508-945-5170The Eldredge Public Library was a gift to the people of Chatham from one of its natives, Marcellus Eldredge. The Library was dedicated in formal ceremonies on July 4, 1896, and opened to the public a week later. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.564 Main St., ChathamPhone: 508-945-5170 - Monomoy National Wildlife RefugeChatham's Wild Side
Wikis Way, Morris Island, ChathamPhone: (508) 945-0594Chatham's Wild SideMonomoy National Wildlife Refuge consists of North and South Monomoy Islands, Minimoy Island and a portion of Morris Island. The 7,921-acre refuge stretches approximately nine miles southward into the waters of Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. Ninety-four percent of Monomoy's acreage was designated a Wilderness Area in 1970, and is managed under the guidelines of theWikis Way, Morris Island, ChathamPhone: (508) 945-0594 - Atwood MuseumBringing History to Life!
347 Stage Harbor Rd., ChathamPhone: (508) 945-2493Bringing History to Life!Step Back to Cape Cod of centuries past. Your journey begins with a tour of the historical dwelling built circa 1752 by Chatham sea captain Joseph Atwood, and occupied by his descendants for some five generations. Discover Cape Cod's captivating history, art, and culture at the Chatham Historical Society's Atwood Museum.347 Stage Harbor Rd., ChathamPhone: (508) 945-2493 - Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum
847 Orleans Rd., N. ChathamPhone: (508) 945-8889Built for Guglielmo Marconi in 1914, the 11.3-acre, 10-building Chatham Marconi Maritime Center campus of distinctive structures has been preserved by the Town of Chatham and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Marconi's Wireless Receiving Station was initially part of his visionary global network planned to link America with Europe and Japan. Today, the Operations and Residence Hotel buildings serve respectively as CMMC's museum and Education Center.847 Orleans Rd., N. ChathamPhone: (508) 945-8889 - Chatham Railroad MuseumThe only original railroad station on Cape Cod
153 Depot Rd., ChathamPhone: 508-945-5780The only original railroad station on Cape CodThe Chatham Railroad Museum is located in the old Chatham Railroad Company station on Depot Road, and has parking space at the door. The building is now over 130 years old and on the original site. A striking example of Victorian-era architecture, the railroad depot was the stepping off – and on – point for riders of the old Chatham Railroad, which served the153 Depot Rd., ChathamPhone: 508-945-5780 - Godfrey Windmill
Chase Park, ChathamBuilt by Colonel Benjamin Godfrey in 1797, the Mill remains almost exactly as it was when it was grinding corn for early Chatham residents. The Mill is located near Chase Park, off Shattuck place, just a short walk from the downtown Main Street. It is a prime example of a post-Revolutionary War commercial venture that served the community for more than one-hundred years.Chase Park, Chatham - Nickerson Family Association, Inc./Caleb Nickerson Homestead
1107 Orleans Rd. (Rt 28), N. ChathamPhone: (508) 945-6086Chatham's Caleb Nickerson Homestead, on the Nickerson Family Association property at 1107 Orleans Road (Route 28) is open for tours every Wednesday and most Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm June through September and during Hands On History special events throughout the year. Donations are accepted. Caleb Nickerson, great, great grandson of William, the founder of the1107 Orleans Rd. (Rt 28), N. ChathamPhone: (508) 945-6086 - Mayo House
Main St., ChathamJust east of the Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank building on Main Street is the Mayo House, which is an excellent example of a traditional Cape Cod house built in 1820. This antique home serves as headquarters for the Chatham Conservation Foundation, and is used by the group for its regular meetings. The Mayo House, beautifully preserved and restored, was donated to the fouMain St., Chatham - Chatham Fish Pier
54 Barcliff Ave. Ext., ChathamThe Chatham Fish Pier, at the corner of Shore Road and Barcliff Avenue on Aunt Lydia's Cove, is a true working pier where the local professional fishermen bring in their catch. Visitors can catch the sights, sounds and scents of the action from a prominent observation deck. The members of the fishing fleet make their run each suitable day to the fishing grounds from 3 to54 Barcliff Ave. Ext., Chatham - Old Village Historic DistrictNational Register of Historic Places 2001
National Register of Historic Places 2001Established in 2001, the Old Village District protects more than 300 historic properties - approximately 85% of its structures - from demolition and substantial alteration. Residents work cooperatively to protect the oldest section of town. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: The Old Village Historic District is predominantly residential historic district encompassing t - Stage Harbor Lighthouse The former Stage Harbor Lighthouse is now private property. It is located to the west of the entrance into Stage Harbor from Nantucket Sound. The former lighthouse is visible from the water in Stage Harbor, and from
- Monomoy Point Lighthouse
The Monomoy Point Lighthouse is located on the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, at the south end of Monomoy. It is no longer an active lighthouse. The property is accessible only by boat. - Chatham Bars Inn
297 Shore Rd., ChathamPhone: (508) 945-0096Situated on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic, Chatham Bars Inn is the last of the grand hotels of Chatham. Built in 1914 as an elegant hunting lodge by Charles Hardy, a wealthy Boston stockbroker, it quickly became a summer retreat for wealthy vacationers escaping the heat of New York, Boston, Philadelphia and other large cities. Designed by Boston architects Harvey Bailey297 Shore Rd., ChathamPhone: (508) 945-0096