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Provincetown is surrounded by an abundance of natural resources that are available to the Town and its visitors. More than half of Provincetown is comprised of the National Seashore, federally protected animal and bird life, and miles of trails for walking and biking. Furthermore, Provincetown offers: - authentic and unique experience (quintessential New England Experience and GLBT experience)
- history (we have the Pilgrim story and the Dozen Distinctive Destinations award)
- nature (nature walks, dunes, beaches, whales, etc)
- outdoor activities (boating, biking and the incredible, new bike trails, walking, beaching, etc)
- conservation programs (water and energy conservations, recycling program, compost pile)
- seasons
- public transportation (a car is not needed in Provincetown)
- lighthouses and harbor.
The following is a listing of Provincetown's environmental riches:
The birthplace of American democracy. America’s oldest art colony. And where modern American playwriting began. Come with us on this interactive walking tour of historic Provincetown! The walking tour is also available for the iPhone. Please click here to download free app.
From the signing of the Mayflower Compact by the Pilgrims in 1620 to the staging of Eugene O’Neill’s first play in 1916, Provincetown’s harbor, homes and other landmarks are rich in a layered history and have inspired artists and tourists alike.
In this walking tour we have selected some of the most significant buildings and sites associated with four centuries of Provincetown history. As you walk the length of Commercial Street, you will see how each of these 50 buildings or sites tells part of our extraordinary story.
If you are inspired to learn more, please visit our website provincetownhistoryproject.com and look for the book Building Provincetown, by David W. Dunlap, which expands the story for over 600 of our historic buildings.
We are proud to share this rich history with you.
Enjoy the tour!Provincetown Historical Commission
This Historic Provincetown Walking Tour app is provided by the Provincetown Historical Commission and was funded by the Provincetown Tourism Fund.
Acknowledgments
Provincetown Historical Commission:
Eric Dray, Chair, Stephen Borkowski, Polly Burnell, Steve Milkewicz, Char Priolo, and Susan Avellar
Text: David Dunlap
Photographs: Ewa Nogiec and Eric Dray
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