We're back, and this time we're letting the cards choose our ICE CREAM. Whimsical Tarot paired with the famous Holy Cow ice cream flavors!

Join Dr. Emily Murphy as she discusses Essex County’s Revolutionary War at Sea

NORTH SHORE ALLIANCE POLICYMAKER SERIES Featuring… Kate Fox, Executive Director, Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle tour along the coastline of Salem Neck as the sun sets over Beverly Harbor.

Come check out The Ladies Entrance during one of our monthly Come Create Nights! We have changed things up a bit, making it easier to remember when to come, on the first Friday of the month.

Please drop off your gently used books and puzzles at the MERSD Parking Lot. All donations from this event will be used for our Annual Book Sale during Festival by the Sea on 8/1/26 and proceeds will benefit the Manchester Public Library.

Celebrate Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest with a guided tour and workshop!

Salem RenFaire is a small, yet mighty one day event! It might be the tiniest Renaissance Faire you’ve ever been to, but don’t worry, we’ve brought the whole community together to help it feel BIG!

Summer in the forest teems with life, including vibrant wildflowers. Capture this fleeting beauty in clay, creating lasting botanical imprints of northern flowers while learning about the boreal forest habitat.

Explore Beverly through a new lens on this scenic walking tour inspired by Historic Beverly’s postcard collection.

When you hear the word “fashion,” do your thoughts drift to New York or Paris? It’s time to add Salem, MA to that list! While Salem is renowned for its vibrant history, it’s also home to a growing community of talented fashion designers and artists eager to display their creativity. 

Womens Fitness Class

Join us in celebrating beloved local LGBTQ+ musicians throughout Pride month for our Queer Music Spotlight.

Summer in the forest teems with life, including vibrant wildflowers. Capture this fleeting beauty in clay, creating lasting botanical imprints of northern flowers while learning about the boreal forest habitat.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

Looking for a fun outing with your little ones? Join us for Chronicles and Crafts in the Cove, where we’ll dive into a great book and get creative with a themed craft. It’s a wonderful way for kids (ages 0–6) to explore our Kids’ space at the museum!

In honor of Pride Month, The Gables is hosting a virtual panel featuring several of the more famous Settlement Houses

Join us for our fifth annual Ledger Luau! We will be partying with live music from our friends of Redemption Band while sipping on tiki drinks! Your $60 ticket includes a welcome cocktail, tiki inspired snacks, raffle ticket for prizes, games and live music. Tickets available online on Toast (select 6/18 for pickup day to see tickets).

Come costume or not but definitely stay for the games and good vibes!

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds.

Join us for a guided walking tour of some of the Witness Stones that commemorate the lives of enslaved individuals who lived in Deerfield during the 18th century.

Step into Beverly’s natural and historical landscape for a guided hiking tour through the historic grounds of Moraine Farm.

The vibrant, colorful Haverhill Farmers Market is where local farmers and food producers meet to sell directly to the community.

Arts Fest will return on Saturday, 6/20/26 from 10am–5pm (one hour longer than previous years)!

Arts Fest will return to Cabot St on Saturday, 6/20/26 from 10am – 5pm (one hour longer than previous years)!

The Garden Stroll is a biennial event. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, The Salem Garden Club will present “A Stroll Through the Gardens of the Salem Willows”. Visitors will enjoy a robust collection of gardens throughout the Willows. Truly not to be missed! The ticket price is $35.

Join artist Morgan Dyer, who will take us to the site of her inspiration at the edge of the sea at Bearskin Neck in Rockport, MA. We will tap into the power of the ocean waves and paint with plant-based pigments on canvas draped over textured rock. 

Join artist and master printer Mindy Belloff, historian of early America and digital scholar Jessica C. Linker for a discussion of their own work, the role of women printers in the American Colonies and the Declaration of Independence.

Summer in the forest teems with life, including vibrant wildflowers. Capture this fleeting beauty in clay, creating lasting botanical imprints of northern flowers while learning about the boreal forest habitat.

We are excited about this year's Juneteenth Celebration! 

This event is FREE to the community!!

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

Summer in the forest teems with life, including vibrant wildflowers. Capture this fleeting beauty in clay, creating lasting botanical imprints of northern flowers while learning about the boreal forest habitat.

Northshore magazine’s 7th annual Northshore Scramble golf tournament brings the North Shore together for a unique golfing experience that encompasses the best of the North Shore— fine food, great drinks, top cigar brands, and a incredible networking experience during and after the tournament — at one of the most beautiful courses in New England.

Join the North Shore Juneteenth Association for an evening of music, movement, and community connection!

Private Free Queer Teens and Friends Sails on the Schooner Adventure

This family-friendly course runs from Stage Fort Park right into the heart of the celebration. With fans lining the streets to cheer you on and a finish line right at the Fiesta Carnival, it’s more than a race—it’s a chance to celebrate our community and run for a life-changing mission. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds.

Step into the Hale House for a special Historic Beverly program with Dr. Kimberly Alexander on flax, linen, and the vital role of textiles during the American Revolution.

Blast off with our 2026 Pride dance party and drag show!

Historic Beverly invites the community to participate in our annual Reading Frederick Douglass Together program, a powerful public reading of Frederick Douglass’s landmark July 5, 1852 speech, “What, to the Slave, is the Fourth of July?”

Join us to celebrate North Shore Pride on the Salem Common with free art making! Show off your pride and support with a colorful craft and keepsake.

Slow down, unplug and awaken your senses on a guided nature immersion in the Ropes Mansion Garden.

Join us Friday, June 27th from 5–7 PM for our annual PRIDE PARTY featuring performances by Hunter Down, Idaho Voila, and Dr. Viola Voila plus music from Jimmy Tilt

The Salem Chamber and City of Salem are partnering once again to host the Salem Living Green Expo -  bringing together green industry professionals, city departments and consumers from Salem & the North Shore regions to discuss products, services, and information. The fair is free to attend and will be held in and around Old Town Hall and Derby Square. For a list of participants, click here.

Summer in the forest teems with life, including vibrant wildflowers. Capture this fleeting beauty in clay, creating lasting botanical imprints of northern flowers while learning about the boreal forest habitat.

 Featuring music to Celebrate our country’s 250th Anniversary as well as Salem/s 400th

For the first time ever, the 2026 MFoA Film Festival will be held at Warwick Cinemas! Grab a popcorn and some refreshments and enjoy incredible short films in a beautiful, air-conditioned theater!

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

For Historic Beverly’s July First Friday program, and in recognition of this year’s Fourth of July celebrations, this talk explores the stories of Black soldiers from Beverly during the American Revolution through research conducted using Historic Beverly’s archival collections and ongoing historical research efforts.

Join Historic Beverly for a magical summer evening under the stars at Hale Farm with a special outdoor screening of the beloved classic The Princess Bride.

Please drop off your gently used books and puzzles at the MERSD Parking Lot. All donations from this event will be used for our Annual Book Sale during Festival by the Sea on 8/1/26 and proceeds will benefit the Manchester Public Library.

More Info to come….

Join us at Blackburn Brew Fest for a day of great beer, good music, and awesome vibes on Saturday, July 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.

Join us for a Workforce Development Fair dedicated to empowering youth, veterans, and our broader community with access to meaningful career pathways and opportunities.

Store opening soon

Please drop off your gently used books and puzzles at the MERSD Parking Lot. All donations from this event will be used for our Annual Book Sale during Festival by the Sea on 8/1/26 and proceeds will benefit the Manchester Public Library.

The Salem Ice Scream Bowl is a chance to taste some classic favorite flavors, as well as a few new ones, from the area’s best ice cream shops, and is a great time for children as well as adults.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

The International Festival is the largest festival of its kind and the signature event in Peabody, Massachusetts for 40 years. The Festival continues to attract thousands to Peabody Square every year.

JOIN US FOR THE 41st PEABODY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL!

Falliday Fun Vendor and Craft Fair

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

The Open Door Gloucester Food Pantry offers weekly custom grocery orders. Quick-Trip, 3-5 day supplies of groceries are also available for those with or without a kitchen who need food as soon as possible.