North of Boston

A Wenham Museum Fundraiser with Barrence Whitfield and his All-Star Band
2026-04-25 16:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy soul and rock with Boston music legend Barrence Whitfield.
A longtime fixture of the Boston music scene and a Beverly resident, Whitfield is known for his electrifying performances and powerhouse voice, often compared to legends like Little Richard, Solomon Burke, and Wilson Pickett. He has shared the stage with artists including Tina Turner, Robert Cray, George Thorogood, and Los Lobos, and has earned seven Boston Music Awards.
Whitfield will be joined by an all-star lineup: Seth Pappas (drums), Sal Baglio (guitar, vocals), Jeff Giacomelli (saxophone), and Wolf Ginandes (bass).
Details
Doors open: 5:30 p.m.
Concert: 6–8 p.m. (with intermission)
After the show, guests are invited to explore the Museum’s galleries from 8-10 p.m.
Cash bar available
Age 21+
Join us for a memorable evening of live music in support of Wenham Museum.
Tickets
General Admission Seating: $50
VIP Table for Two: $200
Every ticket purchased helps Wenham Museum inspire generations of children and families to learn, play, and discover.
Parking: Free public parking is available in the museum lot and adjacent upper lot, with additional street parking nearby on Friend Court and across the street by the Tea House Playground.

Seasonal Saturday Tours!
2026-04-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Old Newbury, 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Guided tours of the Museum of Old Newbury’s 1808 Federal-style home, offered Saturdays this winter. History comes alive on every floor!
NEW! Fall and Winter Guided Tours at the Museum of Old Newbury
Beginning in mid-October, 2025, the Museum of Old Newbury will open its doors for guided tours every Saturday. Tours begin on the hour from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last tour departs at 3:00 p.m.). Please note: certain dates are excluded, and tours are weather permitting.
Step back in time as your knowledgeable guide leads you through two floors of our 1808 brick Federal-style home, where every room is filled with objects, stories, and memories of Old Newbury. Along the way, you’ll hear tales of the families who lived here, discover treasures from our collection, and gain new insight into the rich history of Newburyport and the surrounding area.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime resident, this is your chance to experience the museum in a whole new way—through a carefully curated, guided experience designed to bring history to life.

Kids Photo Op at Witch Pix
2026-04-25 10:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-24 10:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-23 10:30 - 16:30 | Witch Pix, 172 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic, Crystal Ball Witchery, 1692 Glamour, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity, history, and play, producing a small gallery of expressive images.

3rd Annual North of Boston Book Trail's Passport Challenge
2026-04-25 09:00 - 18:00 | MA
On April 25th & 26th, 2026, join us for the 3rd Annual North of Boston Book Trail’s Passport Challenge! The Passport Challenge kicks off Independent Bookstore Day Weekend, which celebrates & shines a spotlight on indie bookstores. This year the NOBBT includes 20 independent bookstores North of Boston! Participants can pick up a passport booklet at their first stop (there’s also a print-at-home page on the website) and collect stamps at the shops on the trail. There are some great prizes to be won depending on how many stores are visited over the two days! Want to take your time visiting each shop? Consider the ‘Slow & Steady’ tier, which gives participants until Labor Day to visit all 20 stores.
For more information on the NOBBT: https://northofbostonbooktrail.com/
For more information on Indie Bookstore Day: https://www.indiebound.org/independent-bookstore-day

Newburyport Art offers Drawing, Painting & Collage with Maria Malatesta
2026-04-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
In this workshop, create mixed media paintings that combine drawing, painting and collage. We will begin making a series of drawings from life or from your imagination. There will be flowers available for reference. Taking these drawings, you will then use paint and different papers to compose paintings. There will be lots of papers available, but you may want to add your own. Old letters, book pages, prints, photos or other found papers would be great.

Newburyport Art invites you to a Speakeasy for the Arts
2026-04-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Cat’s Pajamas: A Secret Speakeasy for the Arts
Psst… you’re invited to The Cat’s Pajamas, a delightfully hush-hush speakeasy fundraiser in support of Newburyport Art! Slip behind the curtain on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6:30–8:30pm for an intimate gathering of art lovers ready to toast creativity. Enjoy bespoke cocktails, live music, and the chance to win one-of-a-kind hand-painted cocktail glasses crafted by NAA Members. It’s the kind of night where the music swings, the glasses clink, and every guest is in on the secret. Dress with a dash of speakeasy flair, bring your sense of adventure, and join us for a hidden night of music, art, and merriment.
The password? 65 Water 🍸🎶🎨
*To make the evening easy for families, complimentary babysitting will be available for children ages 4–12, so parents or grandparents can enjoy the festivities worry-free*

Goat Mingle with Goats to Go at PEM
2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Meet some of the farm’s most lovable residents right at the Museum, when Goats to Go brings their fainting goats for a visit! Join us for an indoor, hands-on experience where you can meet and interact with these adorable fainting goats.
In this relaxed, family-friendly session, you’ll sit alongside the goats—petting, brushing, and even feeding them treats while learning about their care, health, and life on the farm. There will be plenty of time to ask questions and enjoy these curious, playful animals up close.
Goat kids love to hop and explore, so expect lots of movement—and lots of giggles along the way (Just remember to keep an eye out for their tiny horns)!
You’ll leave with a smile—and a newfound appreciation for these charming creatures.
Register here >>
Please note: Museum admission is required for non-members and is included in the ticket price below.
Tickets:
$12 – Member Child/Adult/Senior
$24 – Nonmember Child/Senior (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
$29 – Nonmember Adult (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
Free – Child under 2 years old
For the full schedule of all the April Break Adventures at the Museum, please visit this link >>.

Kids Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum
2026-04-24 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-23 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-22 09:00 - 15:30 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Hammond Castle Museum is happy to welcome school age children for free during April school vacation week. From April 20-24, all children ages from 0-12 are invited to take a self-guided tour for free with the purchase of an additional adult or senior ticket.
In addition to a self-guided tour, guests will also be able to view our fourth annual Eric Pape fine art exhibition, featuring a significant collection of pen and ink illustrations by Eric Pape (1870 to 1938). Many of these works were recovered from Pape’s locked studio decades after his death and have not been publicly exhibited for over a century. Included are illustrations originally created for The Arabian Nights, Tales of Wonder and Magnificence, Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen, Victor Hugo’s Notre Dame de Paris, Rip Van Winkle, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and Shakespeare and The Heart of a Child by Gertrude Slaughter.
Advance Reservations strongly encouraged. Museum Member savings apply.
Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for Self Guided Tours! Your tickets grant you entry anytime within the Morning or Afternoon times, based on your selection, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest.
Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am
Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm
Please note: last entrance to the Museum is at 2:45 pm sharp. The Museum & Grounds close promptly at 3:30 pm. We recommend planning at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible as it features numerous stairs.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE by Tennessee Williams
2026-04-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Through Tom’s cinematic eyes, his family’s life isn’t the dream he imagined. In a rundown St. Louis apartment the matriarch, Amanda Wingfield, is desperately clinging to a past of parties and endless callers. Her adult children, Tom and Laura, become victims of her delusions as she pushes for Tom to provide for the struggling family and Laura to find a husband. The two seek solace in ways of escaping their mother and their own misery until a visit from a gentleman caller presents the possibility of new opportunities.
Renowned playwright Tennessee Williams opens the 2025 Season with this classic drama, directed by Doug Lockwood. Running from June 5 to 28, all performances are at Gloucester Stage’s Theater 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm, and matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 3:00pm.

Marblehead Images With Dan Dixey
2026-04-23 19:00 - 20:00 | J.O.J. Frost Gallery 170 Washington Street, J.O.J. Frost Gallery 170 Washington Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945, United States
Dan Dixey will return to the Marblehead Museum on Thursday, April 23 at 7pm for another edition of his popular Marblehead Images lecture. The lecture will feature historic photographs of Marblehead in the 1800s and 1900s, including rarely seen photographs Dixey has discovered in the past year. Copies of Dixey’s books will also be on sale.
Tickets are $16 for the public and $11 for museum members. Ticket prices include a $1 ticketing fee.

Latin Night! Learn Salsa
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready to spice up your dance moves at our Latin Night! Learn Salsa Dance Class Series!
TUESDAY & THURSDAY NIGHTS ——NEXT 6-WEEK SERIES STARTS APR 7 & 9!
Max 22 students per class. No Drop Ins or Single Classes.
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$114 for the 6-week series
TUESDAY NIGHTS: April 7 to May 12
THURSDAY NIGHTS: Apr 9 to May 14
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Join experienced dance instructors for Latin Night at the Larcom Theatre, where you’ll learn the vibrant rhythms of Salsa. Known for its passion and sensuality, salsa is a lively fusion of Latin American and Caribbean dance styles enjoyed around the world.
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BEGINNER 1A: Tuesdays, 6:30 PM Or Thursdays, 8:40 PM
This class is open to everyone! Whether you’re new to Salsa, have never tried it before, or are transitioning from On 1 to On 2 timing, this Beginner Class is perfect for you. The focus is on mastering basic dance steps, understanding salsa timing, building connections and frame, exploring partnering elements, and learning the basic moves for patterns, including left and right turns, and the cross-body lead. No previous experience is necessary.
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BEGINNER 1B: Tuesdays 7:40 Pm or Thursdays, 6:20 PM
This class builds directly on the Beginner 1A series and is ideal for dancers who have learned the fundamentals and are ready to gain confidence and consistency. There will also be a FOCUS on the ‘Leads’ for proper footwork and leading techniques, to become a better leader, needed to lead more advance moves in the future. You’ll continue developing On 2 timing, strengthen partner connection, and expand on basic patterns including turns and cross-body lead variations with proper techniques. The focus is on smoother transitions, musicality, and dancing with greater ease and control. Completion of the Beginner 1A class is required before enrolling in this class.
ADVANCED BEGINNER 1C: Thursdays (7:30)
This class is designed for dancers who already know the basics and are ready to refine and gain salsa skills. Participants must be comfortable dancing ON TIME with the ON2 Rhythm, and able to lead or follow left turns, right turns, and the cross-body lead. To enroll in this advanced class, you should have completed Beginner Class 1A & 1B or have equivalent formal training or experience. Please note: if you currently dance only On 1, you’ll need to start with the Beginner 1A class.
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No partner is required for any class.
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​​We extend a special invitation for ‘leads’ to join, as their participation will help ensure a robust presence of potential partner leads. ​
For questions about the class, email: donnie@thelarcom.org
LARCOM THEATRE, 13 Wallis St, Beverly MA

Just Looking: A Collection of Drawings and Musings by Linda Kauss
2026-04-23 17:00 - 19:00 | The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Join multidisciplinary artist Linda Kauss for an evening celebrating “Just Looking: A Collection of Drawings and Musings”, a deeply personal work rooted in creative exploration and intuition.
“Just Looking” began in 2005 as an exercise in creative play. With no set outcome in mind, Kauss explored the movement of graphite and the subtle power of erasure, allowing organic forms to emerge. The result is a series of unexpected, evocative images—moments of discovery that have shaped her ongoing artistic practice.
Meet the artist, hear selected readings, and view the artwork behind the book. Copies of “Just Looking” will be available for purchase and signing.

Rainforest Reptiles at Wenham Museum
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Get ready for an immersive, hands-on reptile adventure with Rainforest Reptiles! For more than 30 years, this popular live animal show has been bringing audiences face-to-face with rescued reptiles through exciting, interactive presentations.
Meet incredible reptiles up close, discover surprising facts, and experience the thrill of a live animal encounter. With plenty of audience interaction, memorable moments, and creatures you may have never seen before, this crowd-pleasing program is sure to delight curious kids and adventurous grown-ups alike.
Register for the 10 AM show here >>
Please note: Museum admission is required for non-members and is included in the ticket price below.
Tickets:
$12 – Member Child/Adult/Senior
$24 – Nonmember Child/Senior (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
$29 – Nonmember Adult (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
Free – Child under 2 years old
For the full schedule of all the April Break Adventures at the Museum, please visit this link >>.

Elephants and Sweet Treats: A Storytime of Salem Firsts!
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Salem Armory Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Did you know that Salem had the first elephant to ever set foot in America? It’s true!
Join us and the Salem Public Library at the Salem Armory Visitor Center for a storytime of Salem firsts – we’ll be reading books, playing games, making a craft, and enjoying a sweet treat at the end. This event is free and geared towards kids ages 3+, but open to all.

The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
2026-04-23 12:00 - 20:00 | Cabot House, 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
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 the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing it.
Historic Beverly proudly presents The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings, a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of artworks commissioned to illustrate Senator Henry Cabot Lodge Sr.’s landmark book.
These paintings are featured in Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary The American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display at the Cabot House from September 6, 2025 to July 4, 2026. Tickets are free and open to the public

Cedar Bark Mat Weaving Demonstration at PEM
2026-04-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join artist Elizabeth James-Perry (Aquinnah Wampanoag) for a demonstration of the Native American art practice of weaving a mat from the inner bark of a cedar tree. After the session, see her nature-based artworks featured in the Knowing Nature exhibition. James-Perry, a restoration ecologist, will also discuss how she sustainably harvests and prepares natural materials from the forest, including plant dyes, for her artworks.
About our collaborator
Elizabeth James-Perry
Elizabeth James-Perry (Aquinnah Wampanoag) engages with Northeastern Woodlands Native cultural expressions, primarily in sculptural forms of wampum shell carving, twined basketry and bead making, with connections to identity and sovereignty, maritime traditions and restorative Native gardening.

Good News Gus! – Puppets, Magic, & Music at Wenham Museum
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
All aboard for a train-tastic show with Good News Gus! Join puppeteer, musician, and magician Harry LaCoste for The Caboose Is Loose, an interactive performance filled with lively songs, playful puppets, and plenty of laughs.
With his lovable puppet pal Gus and a suitcase full of surprises, Harry brings music, magic, and humor together in a joyful, high-energy show that will have kids giggling, grown-ups smiling, and train fans cheering! 🚂
Preregistration required.
Register for the 10 AM show here >>
Please note: Museum admission is required for non-members and is included in the ticket price below.
Tickets:
$12 – Member Child/Adult/Senior
$24 – Nonmember Child/Senior (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
$29 – Nonmember Adult (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
Free – Child under 2 years old
For the full schedule of all the April Break Adventures at the Museum, please visit this link >>.

A Sailor’s Life: Food & Medicine
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Salem Armory Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Step into the world of 18th-century sailors and discover how crews survived long voyages at sea. In this hands-on program, kids will learn what sailors ate, how they kept food from spoiling, and what they did when someone got sick at sea.
Become part of a “crew,” choose supplies for your ship, try salting green beans, and even help mix a remedy for scurvy. Led by educator Dan Marshall, this interactive program brings history to life through fun activities and demonstrations.
This FREE program is best for kids ages 7+, but all young explorers are welcome! Space is limited, so please only register the children who will be joining so we can make sure we have enough materials.

CAM Talk: To Live like an Artist, Cape Ann of the 1920s, by Martha Oaks
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Janet & William Ellery James Center, CAM Green
13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
CAM Members $5, Non-Members $10.
Registration Required. Parking is first come, first served and carpooling is encouraged.
This talk by Martha Oaks, the Museum’s Chief Curator and contributing author to the upcoming Avery, Gottlieb, & Rothko: By the Sea exhibition, will explore Milton Avery and Sally Michel’s earliest visits to Gloucester, setting the stage for future stays with artist friends. What was it that drew the couple here and inspired them to keep coming back? Who did they rub shoulders with on Cape Ann and who was taking note of their work? Learn what has changed in the local art colony over the past century and what has stayed the same.
This lecture is presented in conjunction with the museum’s upcoming exhibition, Avery, Gottlieb, & Rothko: By the Sea, offering context and insight into the artists and themes in the exhibit. For more information about upcoming lectures for the exhibition, please visit the Events Calendar.
Martha Oaks is the Henrietta Gates and Heaton Robertson Chief Curator of the Cape Ann Museum. She has written extensively on the art, artists, history, and culture of Gloucester, Massachusetts, and Cape Ann, contributing catalog entries, articles, and essays. Oaks has curated numerous exhibitions exploring the history and the artists of Cape Ann and has contributed to Fitz Henry Lane Online, a digital resource and catalog to the American marine artist. She holds an MA in American and New England Studies from Boston University and a BA from Colby College.
Image Credit: Gloucester Chamber of Commerce booster car, 1925. Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester, Massachusetts

Encanto
2026-04-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Set in the magical mountains of Colombia, Encanto follows Mirabel, the only member of her extraordinary family without special powers. When the family’s magic is threatened, she discovers her own unique strength. This vibrant Disney film celebrates family, identity, and embracing what makes each person special.

Animal Adventures at Wenham Museum
2026-04-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Get ready to meet some amazing animals in this exciting live program from Animal Adventures! During this interactive, all-ages presentation, an Animal Adventure Guide will introduce fascinating creatures, share fun stories, and reveal surprising facts about each one.
From soft and fuzzy to scaly and surprising, you’ll meet a lively assortment of animals that crawl, hop, slither, and scurry. With plenty of audience interaction—and even opportunities for controlled touching and petting—this lively program offers a memorable, hands-on experience that animal lovers of all ages will enjoy.
Preregistration required.
Register for the 11 AM show here >>
Please note: Museum admission is required for non-members and is included in the ticket price below.
Tickets:
$12 – Member Child/Adult/Senior
$24 – Nonmember Child/Senior (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
$29 – Nonmember Adult (includes Program Ticket + Museum Admission)
Free – Child under 2 years old
For the full schedule of all the April Break Adventures at the Museum, please visit this link >>.
