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SUMMARY:Trails & Sails
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 24th year\, Trails & Sails is your ticket to adventure across Essex County\, Massachusetts – a region recognized as a National Heritage Area for its rich history\, cultural treasures\, and natural landscapes. Each September\, this vibrant event series provides access to hundreds of unique experiences such as guided hikes and paddles to behind-the-scenes tours\, historic reenactments\, interactive exhibits\, artisan demos\, community celebrations\, and much more. Whether you’re a history buff\, nature lover\, or just curious to discover something new to love in your own backyard\, Trails & Sails has something for everyone.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/trails-sails/
LOCATION:Essex County\, Massachusetts
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Agricultural,Annual Event,Arts,Cultural,Family,Historical,Lecture/Talk,Outdoor Recreation,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
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SUMMARY:Architectural Walking Tours: Newburyport’s Fashionable Old Houses
DESCRIPTION:Architectural styles\, like clothing\, come into fashion for functional\, aesthetic\, economic and social reasons. Over time homeowners renovate\, enhance\, and adapt to reflect changing times and fashions. \nJoin us for a walking tour of Newburyport’s architectural styles from the 18th and 19th centuries as found along High Street and the neighborhood near the Museum of Old Newbury. Learn to distinguish prevalent styles\, note changes that have occurred over time\, and determine what questions to ask about historic houses. \nThis approximately 90-minute walk allows ample time to walk and talk with your knowledgeable guide and other participants. Together we will walk through time using the lens of Newburyport’s fashionable old houses! \nWear comfortable shoes for uneven terrain and bring a water bottle. In case of extreme weather\, this event will be an illustrated talk at the Museum of Old Newbury.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/architectural-walking-tours-newburyports-fashionable-old-houses-5/
LOCATION:Museum of Old Newbury\, 98 High Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Lecture/Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Historic Dogtown\, A Walk Back in Time
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 21\, 2025\n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nBabson Boulder Parking\nCherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930 \n$10 for CAM Members\, $20 for non-members\nRegistration Required \nOn Cape Ann\, the name “Dogtown” conjures up many things — vast woodlands and trails; stone walls and cellar holes; tales of witches and widows; an ill-fated bullfighter; pastures\, picnics and blueberries; a sea of rocks. Dogtown is all of these things and more. But first\, it is a place where proud people once lived and worked\, at the center of Gloucester\, for nearly 150 years – until it became “Dogtown” and died out. \nThis tour will take you down the main roads of this early settlement\, to meet some of the people\, see where they lived and hear their stories. You will learn how Dogtown got its name\, why people left\, and how it has changed in the 200 years since the last house came down. You will hear about writers and artists who were inspired here\, and reservoirs that were built here. Finally\, you will see some of the inspirational word-boulders along the trails that are the lasting legacy of entrepreneur and philanthropist Roger Babson (1875-1967)\, and a symbol of the enduring nature of this special place called Dogtown. \nThe Historic Dogtown walking tour is almost three miles and will take approximately two hours. The route is over hiking trails that are generally easy\, but uneven\, with rocks and roots underfoot. The terrain is up and down throughout\, over gentle hills. Hiking attire and closed footwear advised; walking poles are useful. Bring water and insect repellent\, as they are not supplied. *This tour is not suitable if you have mobility concerns. \nPhoto Credit: Marsden Hartley (1877-1943). Summer Outward Bound\, Gloucester\, 1931\, oil on board. Collection of Cape Ann Museum. Gift of the estate of Robert L. French\, 2009 [Accession # 2009.51.9]
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/walking-tour-historic-dogtown-a-walk-back-in-time-4/
LOCATION:Babson Boulder Parking\, Cherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Lecture/Talk,Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T110000
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SUMMARY:Long Hill House & Garden Tours
DESCRIPTION:Visit Long Hill’s breathtaking gardens and stately historic house for a guided tour. Enjoy the rich history of this grand country estate\, home of the Sedgwick family\, as you learn about the elegant lifestyle of wealthy Bostonians on the North Shore\, and the artisans who created it. The tour takes you through the Federal-style house and the spectacular gardens\, with terraces\, statues\, fountains\, and pagodas\, each section filled with unique perennial flowers from around the world. Highlights of the tour include a room filled with stunning 19th century Chinese wallpaper\, the evolution of the stunning Sedgwick gardens\, and the hidden connection between the house and an old Southern antebellum mansion. \nPlease dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy\, comfortable shoes are recommended. Meeting point for the tour is in front of the Main House by the copper beech tree. \nSpace is limited. \nLong Hill House & Garden Tours run most Saturdays and Sundays April through the end of September. Please check the calendar for specific dates or any cancellations. \nPlease note that Long Hill House & Garden Tours will not be running on the following dates:\nSunday April 20\, 2025\nSaturday May 10\, 2025\nSaturday June 26\, 2025\nSaturday September 27\, 2025\nSunday September 28\, 2025 \nRefunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to the date of the event. In the event of cancellation\, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders \nCost\nMember Adult: $12;\nMember Child: $6;\nNonmember Adult: $20;\nNonmember Child: $10;
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/long-hill-house-garden-tours/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Long HIll\, 576 Essex Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T110000
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SUMMARY:Public Sail!
DESCRIPTION:Sail into history aboard a National Historic Landmark\, and an enduring icon of the American fisheries\, the Schooner Adventure!\nJoin us as we honor tradition\, celebrate heritage and have fun!\nEnjoy a two-and-a-half-hour sail on historic Gloucester Harbor\, America’s oldest fishing port.\nHelp the crew raise the sails\, take a turn at the helm\, learn about Adventure’s legacy and restoration\, or sit back and enjoy the iconic sites of Gloucester Harbor. Passengers are invited to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy during the sail.\nWhether you are a local looking for an escape or a visitor wanting to take in the view\, this trip will leave you with memories of an authentic Gloucester sailing experience that you’ll want to enjoy year after year.\nMembers: $45\nAdult Tickets: $60\nChildren under 18 Sail Free with a ticketed adult!\nFor more information or assistance in planning your visit\, please contact us at: info@schooner-adventure.org or call 978.281.8079.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/public-sail/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:The Schooner Adventure\, 23 Harbor Loop\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Family,Historical,School Vacation,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
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SUMMARY:Museum of Old Newbury Guided Tours - August\, September\, October\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our friendly\, knowledgeable tour guides share fascinating stories in each of the museum’s period rooms and galleries. \nYou will walk through this Federal-period house\, from its 1808 beginning as a ship captain’s home to its ownership by multiple generations of the Cushing family. See parts of the home as it was lived in\, as well as galleries featuring maritime trade\, the churches of Old Newbury\, and art works by Newburyport native Laura Coombs Hills. \nTours are on the hour\, 11-4pm\, Thursday – Sunday. Pre-order of tickets is encouraged as space cannot be guaranteed without tickets. Please arrive 10 minutes before your tour starts. \nTours are $10\, $8 for seniors\, $5 for those under 18. Free for members and residents of “Old Newbury ” but tickets should still be reserved here. See membership levels at : https://www.newburyhistory.org/membership. \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/museum-of-old-newbury-guided-tours-august-september-october-2025/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Museum of Old Newbury\, 98 High Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
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SUMMARY:The 1775 Quebec Expedition from Newburyport: Following Their Footsteps
DESCRIPTION:On September 19\, 1775\, over 1\,100 men departed Newburyport on a secret mission to capture Quebec—led by Benedict Arnold and planned with George Washington. \nJoin Jack Santos as he recounts the stories of Newburyport’s patriots on this daring expedition through the wilderness as we celebrate its 250th anniversary. \n250 years ago this year\, on the 19th of September\, 1775\, 1100 farmers\, soldiers\, merchants\, teachers\, and laborers left Newburyport on eleven ships for a secret\, bold attack on Quebec City. \nHad the plan worked\, there likely would have been no revolutionary war\, and Quebec would have been the 14th state in a new United States of America. \nRelatively recently\, Jack Santos put his hiking boots on his feet\, and his kayak on his car\, to follow Arnold’s trail through Maine. He followed the diary\, maps\, and stories of Newburyport soldiers. He visited the same stopping points\, slogged through the same mud\, and got bitten by the descendents of the mosquitoes of that era. \nWe’ll hear the stories of Newburyporters like Caleb Haskell\, Rev Samuel Spring\, Jeremiah Wheelwright and others\, describing their experiences during that ill-fated journey to liberate Quebec. \nJoin us to hear about this exciting trek through the Maine backwoods\, in a way that presents it as a travelogue of a trip that you\, too\, can do – highlighting historical locations\, museums\, and displays to visit first hand. \nCentral Congregation Church14 Titcomb StreetNewburyport\, MA 01950at 3:00 pm
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/the-1775-quebec-expedition-from-newburyport-following-their-footsteps/
LOCATION:Central Congregational Church Newburyport MA\, 14 Titcomb St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Historical,Lecture/Talk
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