The Samuel B. Dottridge Homestead reflects life in coastal Cotuit during the first half of the 19th century. Samuel was a carpenter with interests in the salt works industry. He and his wife Abigail raised seven children in this wood frame Cape Cod style house.

The large kitchen has a fireplace with bake oven and a collection of cooking implements, red ware pottery and wooden ware.

Pottery and China

The parlor is furnished with period furniture, a Sheraton looking glass, artwork, and a Cotuit sampler. A built-in cupboard displays a collection of blue and white transfer ware China.

The bedchamber features quilts on an early rope bed and a framed Dottridge Family Tree.

On May 24th and May 25th, the Homestead will be open from 10 am - 4 pm. The Dottridge Homestead and Museum are open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm from May 31st to September 1st.