• “General John Glover: Unsung Hero of the Revolution” Lecture and Performance

    Salem Armory Visitor Center  

    Join us for a memorable evening of music, history, and conversation celebrating the life, military service, and lasting legacy of one of the American Revolution's most celebrated — and often overlooked — figures. The evening kicks off with a rousing performance by Scurvy Fellows Indeed, a spirited crew of 18th-century privateers who will entertain with...

    Free

    Spring BloomFest

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

    Join us for the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend! Stroll through our beautiful gardens with budding tulips, blooming trees, daffodils, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival style event, visitors will have access...

    $12 – $20

    Spring BloomFest: Designing with Spring Bulbs

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

    Immerse yourself in the beauty of peak spring blooms, from vibrant bulbs and flowering trees to early perennials with a guided garden tour led by Director of Horticulture, Joann Vieira. Along the way, participants will learn about spring bulbs, bulb selection, and planting design to create a spring bulb foundation for participants. This 45–60 minute...

    $32 – $40

    We Are at Our Best, When We Face the Worst – Storytelling with NY Times Bestselling author and award-wining journalist Sebastian Junger

    Gloucester Stage Company  

    Join Gloucester Stage on April 30th for an evening of storytelling with NY Times Bestselling author and award-winning journalist, Sebastian Junger. Mirrored against his own close brushes with death, Junger shares his experience of finding community in Gloucester while researching for The Perfect Storm. Followed by a Q&A moderated by Emmy award-winning Culture Show Host,...

    $200 – $500
  • Spring BloomFest: Morning Yoga in the Gardens

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

    Join us for a peaceful morning Yoga class among the beautiful blooming gardens at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens during our Spring BloomFest weekend! During this outdoor yoga class, participants will enjoy a gentle flow to balance and stretch their body and connect with nature. With the sky for a roof, flowers for walls, and birdsong for music, the beautiful...

    $15 – $25

    Our Favorite Day at Peabody Essex Museum

    Peabody Essex Museum  

    Join us for a reading of the book Our Favorite Day by Joowon Oh. Follow Papa as he goes about his favorite day of the week: Thursday, when he gets to eat dumplings, fly kites and go on other everyday adventures with his grandchild. Korean writer-illustrator Joowon Oh brings this family story to life through...

    $25.00

    Spring BloomFest: Garden & Bulb Tour

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States
    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, United States

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens  

    Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Spring BloomFest: Garden & Bulb Tour at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens. This guided experience invites guests to explore the vibrant seasonal displays while uncovering the rich history of this early 20th-century estate. Stroll through formal garden rooms awash in waves of tulips, daffodils, blooming trees, and specialty bulbs thoughtfully...

    $12 – $20

    Curators’ Insights & Exhibit Previews: Inside the Faraday Cage & A Tale of Two Pianos

    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

    Join us for a special Presentation and Exhibition Preview celebrating the opening of our two new Spring and Summer temporary exhibitions: Inside the Faraday Cage: The Science of Things That Aren’t So and a mini-exhibit A Tale of Two Pianos. This exclusive preview offers guests early access to both exhibitions, along with curator-led presentations that...

    $15

    Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm (May 2-3 & 9-10)

    Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States
    Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, United States

    Cider Hill Farm  

    Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M

    Enjoy blooming orchard walks, hard cider bars, free live music, food truck and fitness events, family activities, pop-up events and cut-your-own tulips. Important: Pre-purchased online tickets required for cut-your-own tulips. Limited tickets are available for the best possible experience for all. Tickets will go live in late April or early May as we monitor the...

    Varies

    Newburyport Art participates in the city’s annual Artwalk

    Newburyport Art Association 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, United States
    Newburyport Art Association 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, United States

    Newburyport Art Association  

    Newburyport Art Association 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA

    The Newburyport ArtWalk on Saturday, May 2nd, from 10am-5pm, is a FREE, self-guided tour that enables art enthusiasts to easily discover and explore Newburyport’s many wonderful art galleries. This art tour guides participants on an art adventure through Newburyport’s Historic District and also includes a few hidden gems just beyond downtown. In conjunction with the...

    From the Deep: A Downtown Gloucester Arts Party

    The Harbortown Cultural District is excited to present From the Deep: A Downtown Gloucester Arts Party on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Explore the depths of art and culture in the City of Gloucester during this free arts party. Over 25 unique cultural events will take place at cultural and...

    Honoring 36 Years of The Writer’s Block with John Ronan

    Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States
    Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, United States

    Cape Ann Museum Green  

    Cape Ann Museum Green 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA

    The public is warmly invited to a special program on Saturday May 2, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., celebrating 36 seasons of The Writer’s Block, hosted by John Ronan, and the gift of the program’s archives to the Cape Ann Museum. Organized by the Cape Ann Museum, the event will take place at the...

    $5 – $10