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    • The Salem Athenaeum is pleased to announce the 2025 Salem Literary Festival (aka the Salem Lit Fest). Taking place September 3–7, 2025 across the city of Salem, Massachusetts with a...

    Gloucester Harbor – The Soul of Cape Ann

    “Gloucester Harbor – The Soul of Cape Ann” is the focus for a weekend of multidisciplinary talks, readings, and tours exploring Gloucester’s amazing natural harbor and its impact on Cape Ann’s history, commerce, and the arts. Organized by the Jonathan Bayliss Society in partnership with Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute, Gloucester Writers Center,...

    Architectural Walking Tours: Newburyport’s Fashionable Old Houses

    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States
    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States

    Museum of Old Newbury  

    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA

    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. Join us for...

    $10 – $20

    Long Hill House & Garden Tours

    Long Hill House & Garden Tours
    Long HIll 576 Essex Street, Beverly, United States
    Long HIll 576 Essex Street, Beverly, United States

    Long HIll  

    Long HIll 576 Essex Street, Beverly

    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...

    $20

    Museum of Old Newbury Guided Tours – August, September, October, 2025

    Museum of Old Newbury Guided Tours – August, September, October, 2025
    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States
    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States

    Museum of Old Newbury  

    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA

    Our friendly, knowledgeable tour guides share fascinating stories in each of the museum’s period rooms and galleries. You 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...

    Free – $10

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States
    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States

    Schooner Adventure  

    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M

    Climb aboard the Schooner Adventure and step back in time! Our guided deck tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Gloucester’s most treasured maritime landmarks. Originally launched in 1926 as a working fishing schooner, Adventure has been lovingly restored and is now a floating museum dedicated to preserving the rich legacy of New...

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States
    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States

    The Schooner Adventure  

    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M

    Climb aboard the Schooner Adventure and step back in time! Our guided deck tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Gloucester’s most treasured maritime landmarks. Originally launched in 1926 as a working fishing schooner, Adventure has been lovingly restored and is now a floating museum dedicated to preserving the rich legacy of New...

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States
    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States

    Schooner Adventure  

    Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M

    Climb aboard the Schooner Adventure and step back in time! Our guided deck tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Gloucester’s most treasured maritime landmarks. Originally launched in...

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure

    Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States
    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, United States

    The Schooner Adventure  

    The Schooner Adventure 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M

    Climb aboard the Schooner Adventure and step back in time! Our guided deck tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Gloucester’s most treasured maritime landmarks. Originally launched in...

    Hammond In Italy Temporary Exhibit: Opening Reception & Presentation

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, United States
    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, United States

    Hammond Castle Museum  

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA

    Wednesday, September 10 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Evening program: 5:30 pm–6:15 pm Networking 6:15 pm–6:45 pm Presentation 6:50 pm–7:30 pm Tours of the Exhibit Light refreshments will be served. General Public...

    $15

    Museum of Old Newbury Guided Tours – August, September, October, 2025

    Museum of Old Newbury Guided Tours – August, September, October, 2025
    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States
    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, United States

    Museum of Old Newbury  

    Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA

    Our friendly, knowledgeable tour guides share fascinating stories in each of the museum’s period rooms and galleries. You will walk through this Federal-period house, from its 1808 beginning as a...

    Free – $10

    The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings

    The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
    Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, United States
    Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, United States

    Cabot House  

    Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA

    1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions, declaring independence from...

    Free

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