5.0Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House(247 reviews) - Amazing designer house to tour! Don’t miss it. Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Also called Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House, this fantasy mansion of more than 40 rooms is perched on the rocks overlooking Gloucester Harbor.See more..
Maritime Gloucester is Cape Ann's destination for maritime heritage, discovery and fun! Located on Gloucester's historic harbor, our working waterfront and maritime discovery center is family-friendly, accessible and fun for all ages. Get inspired by the wonders of marine life in our Sea-Pocket Aquarium and interactive touch tank. Learn about the area's rich maritime heritage in the Gorton's Schooner Gallery, Children's Room, Stellwagen Bank Exhibit, Dory Shop, or Dive Locker. Become a hands-on part of the working waterfront at America's oldest marine railway, authentic working exhibits on our historic pier, or on daily sails aboard the Schooner Ardelle. Visit our our Maritime Shop which we have stocked with tshirts, hats, unique gifts and a large selection of maritime-themed books for the whole family. Plan your visit during Labor Day weekend for the 35th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival and Maritime Heritage Day. "Maritime Gloucester - Engaging Community. Inspiring Discovery."See more..
4.5Essex Shipbuilding Museum(43 reviews) - Salty history in lovely Essex Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Over 4000 wooden ships have been built on the banks of the Essex River since 1668. The Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum traces the evolution of traditional boat building through artifacts, photographs, hands-on exhibits and tour guides with deep knowledge of maritime and local history. The School House building interprets ship models from the Smithsonian Institute.See more..
