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SUMMARY:Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of knights\, artisans\, performers\, and merriment as Hammond Castle Museum transforms into one of New England’s most unique and immersive Renaissance celebrations. \nExperience the North Shore’s own Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum\, where the Museum’s Medieval architecture and dramatic setting create an unforgettable backdrop for a day immersed in Renaissance culture\, history\, fantasy\, music\, and adventure. \nEnjoy the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword‘s high-energy armored combat demonstrations\, bringing the medieval battlefield to life. Listen in as our Curatorial Director\, John Leysath\, presents on the History of Medieval Arms & Armor. Enjoy captivating performances for wandering artists\, including a storyteller\, a harpist\, a bubble faery\, and other enchanting entertainers. Plus\, little ones will enjoy our kids’ tent offering little princes and princesses crafts for hands-on fun. \nWe’re thrilled to announce that James B. Jones and Shelley Wolfe from the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series Love on the Spectrum have agreed to return as the King and Queen of our 2026 Renaissance Faire! The couple will be on-site on Saturday\, November 7th\, and will be available for photos! \nCosplay dress-up is encouraged for all ages\, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus. \nYour admission includes access to the interior of the Museum and free access to all scheduled entertainment. (*Vendor services are not included. ) Little ones ages 4 and under are free\, but require a reserved ticket\, and kids ages 5 – 12 are just $10! Museum Members enjoy presale access to admission tickets. \nOff-site parking is required\, and free shuttles will be running all day. Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave\, Gloucester\, MA 01930)\, with complimentary shuttles running continuously between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM. \nAll ticket sales are final and non-transferable between the Faire dates. \nThis is a major fundraiser for the nearly century-old Museum\, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible due to the many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/renaissance-faire-at-hammond-castle-museum/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Historical
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SUMMARY:Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of knights\, artisans\, performers\, and merriment as Hammond Castle Museum transforms into one of New England’s most unique and immersive Renaissance celebrations. \nExperience the North Shore’s own Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum\, where the Museum’s Medieval architecture and dramatic setting create an unforgettable backdrop for a day immersed in Renaissance culture\, history\, fantasy\, music\, and adventure. \nEnjoy the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword‘s high-energy armored combat demonstrations\, bringing the medieval battlefield to life. Listen in as our Curatorial Director\, John Leysath\, presents on the History of Medieval Arms & Armor. Enjoy captivating performances for wandering artists\, including a storyteller\, a harpist\, a bubble faery\, and other enchanting entertainers. Plus\, little ones will enjoy our kids’ tent offering little princes and princesses crafts for hands-on fun. \nWe’re thrilled to announce that James B. Jones and Shelley Wolfe from the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series Love on the Spectrum have agreed to return as the King and Queen of our 2026 Renaissance Faire! The couple will be on-site on Saturday\, November 7th\, and will be available for photos! \nCosplay dress-up is encouraged for all ages\, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus. \nYour admission includes access to the interior of the Museum and free access to all scheduled entertainment. (*Vendor services are not included. ) Little ones ages 4 and under are free\, but require a reserved ticket\, and kids ages 5 – 12 are just $10! Museum Members enjoy presale access to admission tickets. \nOff-site parking is required\, and free shuttles will be running all day. Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave\, Gloucester\, MA 01930)\, with complimentary shuttles running continuously between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM. \nAll ticket sales are final and non-transferable between the Faire dates. \nThis is a major fundraiser for the nearly century-old Museum\, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible due to the many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/renaissance-faire-at-hammond-castle-museum/2026-11-08/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Historical
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SUMMARY:Lynn Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE city-wide Open Studios event\, a rare opportunity for the public to visit artist studios and see incredible\, unique work across two iconic locations. \nVisit the historic Lydia Pinkham Building\, home to dozens of working fine artists\, craftspeople\, and creative makers across multiple floors. In the heart of Downtown Lynn\, check out The Studio at Lynn Museum & Arts Center to meet local creators\, see their studios\, and shop their artisan and vendor market. Both locations will have incredible art available for purchase.\nAdmission is completely free. All are welcome! Whether you’re looking to purchase original art\, support local creators\, or enjoy a day seeing something new\, Lynn Open Studios offers something for everyone. \nLydia Pinkham Open Studios\nSat Nov 21 10am-5pm\, Sun Nov 21 11am-4pm\n271 Western Ave\, Lynn\, MA 01904\nMeet local creators\, purchase original artwork\, and get a peak behind the scenes to discover the process behind their art. Painting\, pottery\, leather work\, jewelry\, glass blowing and more! \nThe Studios at Lynn Museum & Art Center\nSat Nov 21 10am-5pm\, Sun Nov 21 11am-4pm\n25 Exchange St\, Lynn\, MA 01901\nExplore multiple floors of creative spaces featuring local painters\, musicians\, mixed-media artists\, and photographers! Artwork will be available for purchase.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/lynn-open-studios/
LOCATION:Lydia Pinkham Building\, 271 Western Ave\, Lynn\, MA\, 01904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lydia Pinkham Open Studios &amp%3B The Studios at Lynn Museum &amp%3B Art Center":MAILTO:mangelli@lynnma.gov
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SUMMARY:New England Equine Rescue's Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:New England Equine Rescue (NEER North) is throwing open the barn doors and welcoming our supporters and the community for the annual Holiday Open House on Saturday\, December 12th from 11-2 PM. Join us at 52 Ash Street in West Newbury\, MA to visit the horses and donkeys in their holiday finery\, browse the used tack shop\, enjoy seasonal treats\, purchase NEER hoodies and hats to gift at the holidays\, sip winter-themed coffee and cocoas and tour the rescue!. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/__trashed-10/
LOCATION:New England Equine Rescue North\, 52 Ash Street\, West Newbury\, MA\, 01985\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="New England Equine Rescue North":MAILTO:info@neernorth.org
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