Protect Our Past USA

11/03/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Leslie Scales as Protect Our Past’s new Executive Director!

Leslie brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, strategic planning, fundraising, and organizational development. In her new role, she’ll focus on advancing our mission of preserving and protecting Cape Cod’s historic homes, buildings, and streetscapes, while growing community engagement and building partnerships for the future.

“I am honored to join Protect Our Past and work alongside such a dedicated group of individuals who are passionate about preserving the history and character of Cape Cod. I look forward to engaging our community and creating new opportunities for people to become involved in protecting our shared history.” — Leslie Scales

Please join us in welcoming Leslie! We’re excited for this new chapter as we continue preserving the past for future generations.

Learn more and get involved: protectourpast.org

10/06/2026

another vestige of old cape cod…

07/23/2026

https://womr.org/podcast/protect-our-past-3/

Take WOMR wherever you go. Live stream, broadcast archives, upcoming schedule, playlists, events calendar – it’s all in there. It’ll change your life.

06/26/2026

✨ What a Night! ✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Protect Our Past Summer Soirée.
Together we celebrated Cape Cod’s history, connected with old and new friends, enjoyed wonderful food, music, and conversation, and raised support for the preservation of the places and stories that make this region so special.
From the auction excitement to the shared commitment to protecting our historic homes, villages, and landscapes, the evening was a reminder that preservation begins with community.
We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, donors, volunteers, auction contributors, and guests who made the evening such a success.
Here’s to preserving the past and inspiring the future.
💙 Respect. Restore. Revive.
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06/25/2026

Let’s go!

06/25/2026

Party had started!! Stay tuned…..for more POP clips of the action!

06/25/2026

Ready for Fun!
Behind the scenes setting up!
The fun begins at 5pm!

06/25/2026

Tonight’s the night!

That’s it.

After weeks of planning...

After months of preparation...

Tonight, the doors open.

Fresh oysters.

Flowers by Suzanne Wheeler!

Shrimp.

Delectable hors d’oeuvres.

W**e.

Bubbly.

B**r.

Live piano music.

Extraordinary silent and live auction experiences.

Wonderful conversations.

Old friends.

New friends.

Some of the most interesting people on Cape Cod.

And perhaps one conversation that changes everything.

If you’ve been thinking about coming...

Come.

If you’ve been meaning to buy a ticket...

Now’s the time. Skip the line (at the door).

If you’ve been wondering whether it’ll be worth it...

We think you’ll be talking about tonight for the rest of the summer.

Join us tonight from 5:00–8:00 PM at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod.

The oysters are waiting.

The w**e is chilled.

The auction is ready.

The evening is planned.

The magic isn’t.

We’ll save a place for you.

See you tonight.

06/24/2026

Tomorrow’s the night. ✨
Join us for an evening of great food, lively conversation, music, incredible auction experiences, and a shared commitment to preserving the places and stories that make Cape Cod special.
Protect Our Past exists because people like you believe our historic homes, villages, landscapes, and traditions are worth protecting for future generations.
Come raise a glass, connect with friends old and new, and be part of something meaningful.
📍 Protect Our Past Summer Soirée
📅 June 25 | 5–8 PM
📍 Cultural Center of Cape Cod
307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth
🦪 Oysters are shucked.
🍷 W**e is chilled.
🎶 Music is ready.
✨ All that’s missing is you.
Get your tickets today!
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06/23/2026

PARTY ON, PEOPLE!

Join us for an unforgettable Cape Cod summer evening featuring:

Fresh oysters & shrimp
W**e, bubbly & b**r
Live music
Silent & live auctions
Great people & great conversations

All while helping preserve the historic places that make Cape Cod special.

Thursday, June 25
5:00–8:00 PM
Cultural Center of Cape Cod

Tickets are going fast.

Get yours today!

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