In 1958, Newburyport joined twenty-nine other New England communities in launching a celebration aimed at bringing people together. This week-long festival, which has been held annually ever since, strengthens the bonds of our community. Newburyport’s Yankee Homecoming is the longest continuously running festival that remains. This year’s theme, Tides of Time: Preserving the Past, Charting...
Get ready for a day of big wheels and even bigger smiles at Cider Hill Farm! Kids (and kids at heart) can explore an exciting lineup of farm vehicles, climb aboard a real fire engine, and check out other cool trucks. The fun keeps rolling with a tractor-inspired obstacle course, scenic hayrides through the orchards,...
Gelli Plate Printing & Collage with Maria Malatesta Saturday, August 2nd, 9:00am–3:00pm | Upstairs Hartson Gallery $55 for NAA members / $75 non-members In this workshop, learn to make unique monoprints using a gelli plate. There will be demonstrations of various printing techniques which will include painting and drawing on the plate, using stencils, layering,...
Saturday, August 2, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Carlson Education Center, CAM Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA CAM Members Free, Non-Members $5 Registration required as space is limited Get to know Lucy MacDonald DeMaine (1893-1988), a daughter of Gloucester who became the “heart” of the American Field Service and the wife of Gloucester...
Saturday, August 2, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cape Ann Museum Courtyard, Downtown Campus 27 Pleasant St, Gloucester, MA, 01930 $10 for CAM Members, $20 for non-members Registration Required Explore the area surrounding the Museum on this walk past select Gloucester houses made famous by American realist painter Edward Hopper (1882-1967). Hopper is known...
Saturday, August 2, 2025 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Janet & William Ellery James Center CAM Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 CAM Members Free, Non-Members $10 Registration is required as space is limited. In the age of sail, the efficient movement of people and goods around the early maritime Atlantic world relied on...
World-renowned jazz-pop saxophonist, singer and bandleader Grace Kelly celebrates 20 years of performing with two electrifying concerts in Rockport. Please note the option of two shows when purchasing. Select either 5 PM or 8 PM. Note: For some concerts, the window behind the stage may need to be covered for acoustical purposes. We do not...
World-renowned jazz-pop saxophonist, singer and bandleader Grace Kelly celebrates 20 years of performing with two electrifying concerts in Rockport. Please note the option of two shows when purchasing. Select either 5 PM or 8 PM. Note: For some concerts, the window behind the stage may need to be covered for acoustical purposes. We do not...
8/2/2025 $32 Reserved Seats / $26 GA Standing 21+ / Positive I.D. Required. 7p doors / 8p show Captain Jack & The Strangers, comprised of six individuals hailing from Gloucester, MA (45 min north of Boston) with over 30 years experience in music and performance. The band is fronted by 24 year old piano phenom,...
Display performed Pyrotechnico. Co-sponsored by various local merchants, banks and the citizens of Newburyport. Bring your blanket or chair, sit and relax, listen to the concert and get ready for the oohs and aahhhs. A spectacular fireworks display is being planned for your enjoyment. Come early and enjoy the evening!
