Cape Cod, MA
Music connected to Cape Cod
About Cape Cod
- • Kurt Vonnegut, the celebrated author, owned a home and frequently visited Barnstable.
- • The Cape Cod house style, a simple, wide-framed dwelling, originated here in the 17th century.
- • Cod fishing drew early settlers, solidifying Cape Cod's maritime identity and economy.
- • A mysterious 'sea serpent' was reportedly sighted multiple times off the Cape's coast in the 1800s.
- • The Great New England Hurricane of 1938 caused widespread destruction and reshaped the coastline.
- • Named 'Cape Cod' by Bartholomew Gosnold in 1602 for the abundance of codfish.
- • With around 230,000 residents, Cape Cod's population swells dramatically in the summer.
- • Its highest point is just 306 feet, making it relatively flat compared to the mainland.
- • Tourism is a major industry, drawing millions to its beaches, shops, and restaurants.
- • A relaxing atmosphere filled with salty air, historic charm, and natural beauty permeates Cape Cod.
- • The Boston Red Sox are the closest MLB team, famously breaking the Curse of the Bambino in 2004.
- • The Cape Cod Baseball League showcases top collegiate talent, many reaching the major leagues.
Artists From Cape Cod
Songs About Cape Cod
Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa
by
coneville slough
by
Walcott
by