Museum

Self-guided Tours at Hammond Castle Museum

Take a self-guided tour of Hammond Castle in Gloucester as part of Trails and Sails!

Hammond Castle Museum was built in the 1920s by inventor John Hays Hammond, Jr. as a home for his extensive collection of medieval artifacts and his research laboratory.Guests may explore the breathtaking building and grounds of Hammond Castle Museum in Gloucester and take a SELF-GUIDED tour offering new insight into the inventor that was one of the North Shore’s most dynamic residents. Guests should plan 60 minutes to explore the Museum. We look forward to your visit!

When:

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 10am-3pm

Location:

Hammond Castle Museum

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Shipyard Open House

The Essex Massachusetts Shipbuilding Museum's Shipyard is fun for the whole family. This open house is part of Essex Heritage Trails & Sails

Essex Shipbuilding Museum invites families to enjoy complimentary admission to the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum and explore the Shipyard!

When:

Saturday, September 14, 2024 10am-3pm

Location:

Essex Shipbuilding Museum

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Open House at the Amesbury Carriage Museum

Join the Amesbury Carriage Museum & Industrial History Center for a family-friendly open house about all things automobiles! Amesbury, known as “carriage town,” also had a thriving early automobile industry. Makers including Pontiac, Durant, General Motors, Cadillac, Rolls Royce, and more chose Amesbury carriage makers to build their first automobile bodies. Come learn about this hidden history of Amesbury and see vintage and antique vehicles and artifacts from the early automotive era on display.

When:

Saturday, September 14, 2024 Noon-4pm

Location:

Amesbury Carriage Museum

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Visit the Saugus Iron Works Museum

Learn about the history of iron making at the Saugus Iron Works Museum. Exhibits include artifacts excavated during the archaeological dig performed on-site in the 1940s-1950s. See the original 17th century blast furnace waterwheel, an anvil base and hammer head from the original forge, and other tools and items from the 1600s. The museum also includes Native American artifacts that predate European settlement by thousands of years. This is a Trails & Sails event.

When:

Wednesday-Sunday, September 14-29, 2024 9am-4pm

Location:

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

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Fathers Day Jet Rally Plum Island

The Fathers Day Jet Rally is hosted by Plum Island Airport RC Club in Newburyport Massachusetts!

Come to Plum Island during Fathers Day Weekend full of RC fun and flying! Spectators always welcome! This is a great opportunity to see some cool models!

When:

Thursday-Sunday, June 12-16, 2024 10am-4pm

Location:

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Contemporary Art Wetu Installation

Visit the Native American WETU at Cape Ann Museum Green in Gloucester Massachusetts

This summer, the Cape Ann Museum is proud to unveil a Contemporary Art Wetu at the Cape Ann Museum Green. Join the Museum to see the installation in process on Friday, June 21 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.

When:

Friday, June 21, 2024 10am-Noon

Location:

Cape Ann Museum Green

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Professor Bugman at NSCM

Professor Bugaman will be presenting at Children during at North Shore Children's Museum in Peabody Massachusetts

Join Professor Bugman to experience his Arthropod Petting Zoo! Kids learn all about Arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet, during this exciting show-and-tell-and-touch program! Learn, see, hear, touch, and even smell the incredible adaptations these creatures have that help them survive in the wild world.

When:

Sunday, June 22, 2024 10AM

Location:

North Shore Children's Museum

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Yoga for Kids at NSCM

Yoga for Children during at North Shore Children's Museum in Peabody Massachusetts

In Miss Shelleys yoga class for kids, the focus is on making the practice fun, interactive, and age-appropriate. The class includes warm-up activities, teaching yoga poses through storytelling and games, and incorporating music, props, and visuals. There are partner poses and group activities to encourage cooperation and teamwork. The class ends with a cool-down segment that includes gentle stretches and relaxation exercises. The overall goal is to promote physical fitness, mindfulness, and emotional well-being in a playful and joyful environment.

When:

Friday, June 21, 2024 10AM

Location:

North Shore Children's Museum

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Low-Sensory Play at North Shore Children's Museum

Join us for a low-sensory play session. For some children, visiting places like NSCM can be over-stimulating. This special play session will have reduced noise, crowds, and stimulation.

While medical diagnosis is not required, we encourage that these limited tickets be used for families with a child on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing disorders.

When:

Saturday, June 15, 2024 2-4 PM

Location:

North Shore Children's Museum

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Mini Movers at North Shore Children's Museum

Mini Movers is an engaging dance and movement class for young children at the North Shore Children's Museum. Led by experienced instructors, the program introduces young children to the world of dance in a safe and nurturing environment.

When:

First Wednesday of every month at 10 AM

Thursday, June 13, 2024 10am

Location:

North Shore Children's Museum