Whether you're looking to take in a musical or learn the basics of landscape painting, the overflowing calendar of events at the Cotuit Center For the Arts will keep anyone itching for cultural offerings busy. There is almost always something going on; check its website for current offerings.
Cotuit Center For the Arts
Cape Cod
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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