Essex National Heritage Area
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          Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage) is a non-profit organization that has been federally authorized to manage and oversee the unique heritage resources of the Essex National Heritage Area.

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          The Essex National Heritage Area is a federally designated region that encompasses the geographic area of Essex County, Massachusetts.

        • Cities and Towns

        • Get to know the 34 cities and towns of Essex County, MA.

        • Trails & Sails

        • Bringing awareness and appreciation for heritage resources around the county.

        • Border To Boston

        • A 70-mile shared-use trail that links together approximately 20 communities.

        • Heritage At Home

        • Heritage at Home was developed out of the COVID-19 crisis.

        • Regional Visitor Centers

        • We have partnerships with 13 welcome/visitor centers all over the county.

        • Bakers Island Light Station

        • Operating and maintaining the 10-acre historic Bakers Island Light Station.

        • Essex Coastal Scenic Byway

        • The 90-mile roadway links 14 coastal communities.

        • Essex County Black Experience

        • Exploring the history of Black activism in Essex County.

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          Essex Heritage offers a wide variety of programs for all ages to engage residents and visitors with the cultural resources of the heritage area.

        • Education Programs

        • Education programs offer opportunities for teachers and students to explore the rich, diverse history of the region.

        • Future Leaders

        • A summer youth employment and training program with a unique partnership with the National Park Service.

        • Partnership Grants

        • The program comprises four categories: Education, Preservation, Interpretation, and Inclusion.

        • Public Programs

        • Essex Heritage provides a variety of public programs to highlight the unique assets of Essex County, MA.

        • Photo Contest

        • Each year, photographers of all levels submit stunning images of the Essex Heritage Area.

        • Tours

        • Learn about our walking tours, films and more at the Regional Visitor Center.

        • Revolution 250

        • Essex County Revolution 250 is an initiative of Essex Heritage in partnership with Massachusetts Rev250 and dozens of regional museums, heritage sites, and organizations.

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Press Release – Essex National Heritage Area Sites offer 200+ Free Events for the 11th Annual TRAILS & SAILS: Two Weekends of Walks & Water

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Essex Heritage Announces the 2012 People’s Choice Awards: the best of 2012 as voted on by participants. Read the press release (PDF).

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  • Essex Heritage Announces Winners of 2023 Photo Contest
  • Essex Heritage Announces New Leadership and Special Awards at Fall Meeting
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Essex National Heritage Area
10 Federal Street, Suite 12
Salem, MA 01970

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    • News
    • Contact Us
    • Staff & Board of Trustees
    • Commissioners
    • Video Archive
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  • Explore
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    • Essex Coastal Scenic Byway
    • Bakers Island Light Station
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    • Education Programs
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