Self-Guided Barnstable Village History Tour Launched

A self-guided walking tour is available in Barnstable Village at the Barnstable House.

Visitors and residents can enjoy the rich historical heritage of the village, starting from the Barnstable House, just beyond Rendezvous Lane to the Unitarian Church and cemeteries, with the return trip on the south side of the street.

The walk can start at any point on the map and may be followed in either direction. It traces the evolution of the area, creating a representation of what life was like here in the early years. Many houses and homes along the tour are listed on the National Register of Historic Homes.

Roberta Miller, Executive Director of the Cape Cod Art Association and an active member in the Barnstable Civic Association, and Penny Hensley and Patricia Anderson of the Barnstable Historical Commission, have been working on this year long project along with the support of Town Councilor Ann Canedy. During the launch of the trail last week, Roberta said the positive revitalization efforts the village has seen in recent years is attributed to the support of several organizations, including the Barnstable Civic and Business associations, the Village Long-term Planning Committee and the Friends of Barnstable Harbor. 

Information from TOB.