History on Tap: Stormy Seas: Understanding the Changing Ocean Around Cape Cod

Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-04:00

135 South St, Hyannis, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02601 | Hyannis

Cape Cod Maritime Museum
Publisher/HostCape Cod Maritime Museum
History on Tap: Stormy Seas: Understanding the Changing Ocean Around Cape Cod
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Cape Cod’s ocean is not standing still. Powerful shifts in the Gulf Stream and the atmospheric Jet Stream are rapidly reshaping the waters just offshore - altering temperatures, currents, and the very makeup of the continental shelf and slope. These changes are already affecting marine life, commercial fishing, and how we manage and protect our coastal waters.
Join Glen Gawarkiewicz, Senior Scientist in Physical Oceanography at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution , for a clear, compelling look at what’s happening beneath the surface. Blending cutting-edge science with real-world impacts, Glen will explore how ocean fronts move, why the sea around Cape Cod is changing so quickly, and what those changes mean for fishermen, ecosystems, and the future of the region.
Part of our History on Tap series—join us for an evening of local history, conversation, and craft brews.
Admission: $10 per person / $5 for members
Must be 21+ to sample beer; IDs will be checked at the door.
Enjoy craft beer from our sponsor, Cape Cod Beer, along with cheese, crackers, water, and non-alcoholic beer options.
We highly recommend reserving your tickets on our website in advance. Popular events often sell out quickly, and we cannot always accommodate walk-ins. Don’t miss out—plan and secure your spot!
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135 South St, Hyannis, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02601

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