September 17

The events of the Civil War and the abolitionist movement in the 1860’s brought tremendous transformations to the US. Lynn was home to many Union soldiers & abolitionists. This self-guided tour passes many sites tied to these histories of Lynn. Over 150 years later, some of these places resemble how they appeared in the 19th…

The Fay’s Estate (original spelling) area of Lynn, also known as Lynnmere, was the site of the Lynn Mineral Springs Hotel from 1803 until it was torn down in 1916. It was, as has been quoted in Lynn History books, “a mecca for Bacchus and Venus.” It was a playground for the wealthy of that…

Salem’s LOOKING UP at the creative and whimsical interpretations of these maritime history inspired figureheads. Over 30 “Ladies” are displayed on lampposts and in business establishments throughout downtown Salem. Each figurehead has it’s own unique story to tell about the sea. Whether literally focusing on the “Golden Age of Sail” or figuratively expressing maritime mysteries,…

Explore Danvers through art in this ‘go at your own pace’ self-guided tour. Learn about our historical events and important figures in murals scattered around Danvers that were produced as part of the Works Progress Administration (WPA). These murals, one’s recent restoration funded by Danvers Rotary Club, tell some of the stories that make up…

Discover the natural beauty of the South Peabody Trail, a scenic network connecting nearly 300 acres of protected open space. Wander through peaceful woodlands and wetlands while spotting native plants, wildlife, and migratory birds that rely on this habitat throughout the seasons. Spring and Sydney’s Ponds provide a tranquil backdrop and an important refuge for…

Happy 250th, America and Happy 300th, Methuen! As we continue to celebrate our nation’s birthday, we’re looking back at the Bicentennial memorabilia of 1976. Methuen’s own Bicentennial Man, local historian Thomas Spitalere, will have some of his collection of Bicentennial memorabilia on display in the great Hall. This is one of the largest collections in…

American Revolution Era Tableware. Reflecting wealth, social status, and political leanings in the American Colonies. Colonial Music and Dance. How music and dance from Colonial America influenced material culture for over a century. Revolution Celebrated. How would you protect and recall your local history? Explore collected and preserved items related to the American Revolution, honored…

This exhibition features the sabbatical work of Danielle Currier, Professor of Graphic Design at Endicott College, presenting large-scale posters and data-driven infographics exploring equity, policy, and lived experience across the U.S. Central to the exhibition is the LGBTQ+ Youth Climate Score, an original framework visualizing how policy, environment, and support systems impact LGBTQ+ youth state…

BLOOM celebrates the creative growth that unfolds when young people are given the space to express themselves freely. Throughout the year, participants explored what it means to nurture ideas, take creative risks, and flourish together through the arts. We can’t wait to share the joy, color, and imagination that continue to BLOOM from their incredible…

This exhibition highlights Heroes and Sheroes, a powerful series of prints created by Corita Kent at a pivotal moment in her career. Produced between 1968 and 1969, following her departure from Immaculate Heart College and the Immaculate Heart of Mary order, the works reflects a shift toward more direct engagement with the social and political…

Bee Vision presents a vibrant selection of prints from Helen Popinchalk’s Hot House series, combining screen printing, gelatin printing, drawing, and collage. Inspired by the way bees and pollinators perceive the world, the work explores color, light, and bioluminescence through layered, luminous compositions. Drawing from her experience as a third-generation beekeeper, Popinchalk connects her artistic…

Discover five women of Danvers who accomplished amazing things in their lives. A poet/abolitionist, an author/historian, an educator/ suffragist, political delegate/actress, and an entrepreneur businesswoman. 1-1/2 mile walking tour to explore the lives of these 5 dynamic women in Danvers history, 1760s through 1960s. Trustee Joyce Cranford explores the lives of five women who made…

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Come join us for some fun on the water! No experience necessary. Depart from our private beach in one of our safe, stable kayaks or paddle boards and paddle around the historic Rockport Harbor for 30 mins. See lobster boats, Motif #1, the Rockport Break water, and the gorgeous Head Lands property. This is your…

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Step back in time with a visit to Lowell’s Boat Shop! The sights, smells and sounds that greet you as you step into this working museum will bring to life centuries of boatbuilding as skilled craftsmen continue to build the dories that were once the mainstay of the fishing industry in New England. Established in…

Shellfishing around the Great Marsh suffers from both a decrease in clam populations and an increase in closed areas due to bacterial contamination. Why so few clams? We’ll demonstrate our use of screened boxes on the mud flats to assess abundance of baby clams in the estuary as well as predation on clams. Can we…

Join the Lynn Museum & Arts Center’s Education Manager, Emily Pratt, for a guided tour of “Belongings: Calling Lynn Home.” Lynn has been shaped over thousands of years by the people who have called this place home. Through a Mass Humanities grant, LMAC staff and partners spent over a year inviting the Lynn community to…

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Raíces | Roots Group Exhibition The Punto Urban Art Museum, in partnership with Salem 400+, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, and the Peabody Essex Museum, invited New England–based artists to create artwork inspired by the theme RAÍCES | ROOTS. Through this theme, artists explored their own roots, or the roots of their families and communities,…

Join a Park Ranger and explore the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site buildings to learn about the iron making process in Colonial New England. Learn about the daily lives of the workers in the 1600s. See the turning of the waterwheels and the crash of the hammer.

Explore the general history of the hill from Nathan Dane to the development of a residential neighborhood in the 1900s, discussing various characters and buildings in-between. This tour will focus on the Nichols Field area of the hill (encompassing Pickett, McKinley, Columbus, Harrison, and Pierce) as well as Prospect Street. 1/2 mile After the tour…

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Learn about Beverly’s role in early US military history, particularly in terms of the events leading up to and during the War of 1812. Rare opportunity to see powder house interior and unique architecture. Built in 1808, this National Register listed building is the only extant octagonal-sided powder house found in New England, and one…

Featuring New England Folksongs from the Helen Hartness Flanders Ballad Collection with singer-storyteller Jack DesBois ~ Enjoy a vibrant tour through the landscape of traditional folk songs! – Enter into the living history of traditional New England folk music – Learn about Helen Hartness Flanders, song-catcher (1890–1972) – Hear the songs, and learn to sing…

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