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Discover Gloucester, America's oldest seaport, just 45 min. from Boston. 🦞⚓️
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Last call for the final Ed & Jo Hopper’s Houses Walking Tour of the season! Join us on Sat., Sep. 27, at 10:30 am to explore the area of Gloucester known as Portuguese Hill depicted by Edward Hopper (1882-1967) and Josephine Nivison Hopper (1883-1968). bit.ly/4etWMzx
September 24, 2025 at 2:17 PM
This year's digital program for Gloucester Schooner Festival is now available!

Check out the program here: tinyurl.com/GSFProgram25
And find a detailed event schedule at: MaritimeGloucester.org/sf-visitor-info
August 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Go inside a rare architectural treasure on a tour of the White-Ellery House on Sundays at 2 pm through Sep. 28!
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The White-Ellery House, built in 1710 for the Reverend John White was situated in Gloucester’s central Town Green. FREE; register at bit.ly/3XG9iFY.
August 18, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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📸 Discover photography techniques of the past and present and 🎨 experience hands-on activities and artmaking ⚓️ celebrating Gloucester’s maritime history at ✨Exploring Blatchford’s Waterfront✨ on Saturdays from 10 am-12 pm through September! tinyurl.com/exploreblatc...
August 6, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Come shopping with us on Main Street in Gloucester! From clothing and accessories to toys, jewelry, art, antiques, and home decor, our downtown is packed with unique finds and local charm. If you're visiting America’s oldest seaport, be sure to make time to explore our shops.
July 24, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Join Cape Ann Artisans on Saturday, August 9th, for their Summer Mini-Tour! Visit 7 unique studios between 10AM and 5PM and experience works in photography, pottery, sculpture, and more—all during tax-free weekend.

Explore artist profiles online and plan your visit here: capeannartisans.com
July 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Summer isn’t complete without indulging in a lobster roll (or 2...or 20)! 🦞

Head over to our blog to discover the best spots in Gloucester, MA to satisfy your lobster roll cravings: heyor.ca/yRzqpC
Lobster Rolls in Gloucester: A Seafood Lover’s Guide - Discover Gloucester
Discover the best lobster rolls in Gloucester, MA, with our guide to this seafood lover's delight at local restaurants around town.
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July 22, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Gloucester Schooner Festival is coming up next month! ⛵️

Visit Labor Day weekend, August 27-31, and witness majestic schooners on Gloucester Harbor for a celebration of maritime heritage.

Learn more at SchoonerFestival.com.
July 21, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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You’re invited to the CAM Talk—Mending Movement: Sail Repair in the Early Maritime Atlantic—with Emily Whitted on Sat., Aug. 2 @ 3 pm @ CAM Green!

This presentation traces the history of sail repair inside sailmakers’ lofts, on the decks of ships, & more. bit.ly/3I9OJfb
July 20, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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💌 You’re invited to the CAM Summer Celebration—the Cape Ann Museum’s biggest party & ONLY fundraising event of 2025! 🎊 Come sip, sway & soak in the summer sun with friends while raising critical funds for the Museum on Sat., July 19 @ 6:30-10 pm. 🥂🎵🍰🪩 bit.ly/3ZveH2v
June 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The 250th Anniversary Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment is this weekend! CATA is making getting around easy—use their #6 Magnolia route for direct access to Stage Fort Park or hop on the #5 West Gloucester/Essex Purple Route nearby.

For schedules, visit canntran.com or call 978-283-7916.
June 18, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The 250th Anniversary Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment is taking place this weekend at Stage Fort Park in #GloucesterMA! Plan your visit and find parking, shuttle, and train information at the official event website: battleofbunkerhill250.com/transportati...

Photo by Marnely Murray.
June 16, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Step back to 1775 with the 250th Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment- Next weekend at Stage Fort Park! This event features exciting land & sea battles plus a bustling civilian marketplace where visitors can learn about everyday life during the period.

Visit battleofbunkerhill250.com for more info.
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The 250th Battle of Bunker hill Reenactment “The Decisive Day” June 21 – 22nd, 2025 Countdown to the Reenactment Days Hours Minutes Seconds Bringing the…
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June 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The Emerson Inn's next monthly moonrise party is tomorrow night!
Celebrate the rising moon over the Atlantic with great music, food, and drinks. Bring your friends – make new friends!

Make reservations here: heyor.ca/NYNuY8
June 10, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The Emerson Inn in Rockport is the place to be this Sunday! Enjoy live music in the Parlor Bar 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm followed by the Emerson Inn watch party for the 78th Annual Tony Awards in the Ocean View lounge from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ✨
June 4, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Discover Revolutionary Gloucester on the Walking Tour: Patriots and Privateers of Revolutionary Middle Street on Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14 at 10:30 am! Step back in time to meet people who were witness to the Revolution right from this spot. bit.ly/4dz85pV
June 1, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Love architecture, history, fantastic stories, landscapes, fine art, folk art, or interior design? Then join Historic New England on June 7, 2025, for a region-wide #OpenHouse and explore distinctly different historic sites—FOR FREE.

Let's make history! → www.historicnewengland.org/openhouse2025/
See you for the kick-off to our 2025 season at Open House on June 7! | Historic New England
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May 21, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Ready for the ultimate beach house experience?

Check out Blue Shutters Beachside Inn, located right on Good Harbor Beach! Enjoy ocean views, continental breakfast, and easy access to everything there is to see and do in #GloucesterMA.

Book your stay at BlueShuttersBeachside.com.
May 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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My studio's latest print design project, the 2025 Visitor Guide to the seaport city of Gloucester, Massachusetts. We design the guide annually for @discovergloucester.bsky.social
April 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Travel back in time on a tour of the White-Ellery House on Saturday, May 3 at 2 pm!
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The White-Ellery House, built in 1710 for the Reverend John White was situated in Gloucester’s central Town Green. Free and open to the public. Learn more & register at bit.ly/3XG9iFY.
April 30, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Check us out in Northshore Mag! Pick up a copy of the April 2025 issue to read an article about the Cape Ann Museum’s 150th anniversary as well as an article about the Museum’s expansive collection of works by Fitz Henry Lane.
April 19, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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CAM’s next special exhibition, “Breath of Life – C.B. Fisk, Designers & Builders of Pipe Organs,” will soon be on view from April 12–June 29, 2025! On Sat., April 19, from 1–4 pm, CAM Members are warmly invited to an Opening Reception. Register at bit.ly/4hPanSh.
April 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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Please note that the CAM Green will be closed for installation of our next special exhibition from April 1-11. We’ll see you on April 12 for the opening of “Breath of Life– C.B. Fisk, Designers & Builders of Pipe Organs” at the James Center! bit.ly/3C8TB1N
April 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Join Borrowed & Blue Collective at Minglewood Harborside for a Spring Market this Saturday, March 22nd! 🌼

Explore handmade coastal treasures, exciting deals from local vendors, and enjoy door prizes and giveaways from 10 AM-2 PM in the Captain Courageous Room.
March 18, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Cape Ann Foodie Tours' 2025 Season begins on April 15th! Join them on one of their land and sea tours. Enjoy learning about our local culture and history, all while enjoying our outstanding restaurants!

Call to book or for group tour info: 617-902-8291 or learn more here: buff.ly/iIcdaXh
March 11, 2025 at 11:12 AM