Park Setting
The Highlands Center at Cape Cod National Seashore occupies a point of singular beauty in Truro, Massachusetts. Its converging habitat, where land meets sea, provides a fitting backdrop for learning, reflection and research.
Formerly the North Truro Air Force Station, in 1994, Cape Cod National Seashore (CCNS) acquired the 110-acre property. Since then, CCNS has adaptively reused six buildings, has made numerous in infrastructure improvements, and spent over $1.2 million for building demolition. Originally used for common space, housing, offices, and maintenance, buildings provide a broad range of opportunities for future users.
The Highlands Center core is its partners, an interactive community of artists, scientists and educators pursuing their work in a national park setting. These public and private program partners enrich each other's work and the center's mission through their distinctive activities.
Public and Private Partners
Exploration of the arts, pertinent natural science research issues like ecosystem health and climate change, and unique educational programming are continually pursued at the site. Inquiries and proposals for cooperative ventures from non-profit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions are welcomed to join the NPS and existing park partner organizations.
