Marblehead Museum
On Sunday, February 26, 1775, about 250 British soldiers marched through Marblehead, sent by the royal governor to search for weapons. When that column of redcoats stalled at a drawbridge in Salem, their commander ordered locals to let them pass. Militia companies were assembling to stop them. If that confrontation had turned violent, it could...
Marblehead Museum
On May 10, 1775, the once formidable life of Colonel Jeremiah Lee of Marblehead came to an abrupt end, due to his covert acts on behalf of independence. Judy Anderson leads this illustrated presentation to honor Lee’s life and contributions to the revolutionary cause, which have remained nearly unrecognized for two and a half centuries....
Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens
Join us for a day of fun and festivities as we celebrate the trades of the past and the individuals who keep those skills alive. Marblehead Museum is bringing back the sights, sounds, and smells of colonial New England at its 2nd Annual Colonial Craft Fair! Enjoy a stroll along the beautiful gardens of the...
Explore four of Marblehead’s finest privately owned homes, once owned by Marblehead’s Revolutionary heroes. These homes were occupied by families who put their lives on the line to fight for independence and the establishment of the fledgling country. During this self-guided house tour, guests may set their own pace as they visit the first floors of...
Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens
Join Discover Marblehead and the Marblehead Museum for the 6th Annual Fall Fair on Saturday, October 4th from 10:00am - 3:00pm. It's sure to be a fun day in the...
Old Town Hall
This presentation explores how ordinary men and women expressed their resistance to slavery through the boycott of goods such as sugar, molasses, cocoa, coffee, and spices. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy desserts that bring the history to life and learn about the cooking process, including apple pie, chocolate tart, spice cake, gingerbread, and raisin...
Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens
The 17th annual Pumpkin Illumination, presented in partnership with Marblehead Family Fund, will be held in the garden of the Jeremiah Lee Mansion in Marblehead. A panel of judges will give out prizes in categories including Spookiest, Most Creative, and Most Marblehead. The public can vote for the Peoples Choice Award. Admission is $5 per...
1727 Town House Square, Marblehead, MA
The Marblehead Museum will debut the new the Road to Independence Walking Tour on Friday, April 17th at 7pm and Saturday, April 18th at 10am and 1pm. The tour will feature the history of Marblehead in the early 1770s, highlighting the town’s pivotal role in such famous events as the Boston Tea Party, the Battle...
1727 Town House Square, Marblehead, MA
The Marblehead Museum will debut the new the Road to Independence Walking Tour on Friday, April 17th at 7pm and Saturday, April 18th at 10am and 1pm. The tour will feature the history of Marblehead in the early 1770s, highlighting the town’s pivotal role in such famous events as the Boston Tea Party, the Battle...
1727 Town House Square, Marblehead, MA
The Marblehead Museum will debut the new the Road to Independence Walking Tour on Friday, April 17th at 7pm and Saturday, April 18th at 10am and 1pm. The tour will feature the history of Marblehead in the early 1770s, highlighting the town’s pivotal role in such famous events as the Boston Tea Party, the Battle...
J.O.J. Frost Gallery 170 Washington Street
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...
Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens
Saturday, May 30th 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens WALK-INS WELCOME. PRE-REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED. Learn more https://marbleheadmuseum.org/craftfair/ Members: $10 per Person / $25 max per Family Non-Members:...
