On December 6, 1917, during the height of WWI, a massive explosion took place in Halifax Harbor in Nova Scotia, Canada.On December 6, 1917, during the height of WWI, two ships trying to navigate Halifax Harbor collided resulting in the largest man-made explosion of the pre-atomic age.Essex Heritage President, David Read, will recount the events...
Marblehead Museum is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a 1779 letter from General George Washington to Marblehead’s heroic Revolutionary War general, John Glover. This special letter, featuring George Washington’s signature, is a reply to John Glover’s request to resign from the Continental Army due to the recent death of his wife, Hannah. The response,...
General John Glover died on January 30, 1797 and is entombed at Old Burial Hill. The commander of the Glover’s Marblehead Regiment; Captain Seamus Daly will deliver an oration remembering General Glover’s service to the country, state and town. Following the oration, members of the regiment will render honors by firing three musket volleys and...
Join Salem’s own abolitionist, writer, and educator, Charlotte Forten, for a special craft time at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center.Join Salem’s own abolitionist, writer, and educator, Charlotte Forten, for a special craft time at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center. With clay, wood, and coloring materials, kids and their caregivers will contribute to building...
Come celebrate the talented winner's of the 2023 Essex Heritage Photo Contest at a special reception scheduled for March 6th at 6:00pm at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center in Salem. Light refreshments will be available and winning photos will be on display. There will be a brief awards ceremony beginning at 6:30pm. This event...
Join Us! Saturday, April 6, 2024 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM St. John’s Prep, Kenneally Commons, Danvers Space is limited. Please email Beth Beringer (BethB@essexheritage.org) for information on registering. PDPs for Educators Offered! All are welcome. Essex Heritage invites you to a FREE workshop. Youth in the region are asking their teachers for a more accurate...
Join us during April school vacation week for a special family event where we will be “diving in" to all things under the sea! Come enjoy some ocean-themed stories, songs, and games, followed by a craft and the chance to meet and learn about real Salem sea creatures from Salem Sound Coastwatch’s touch tank! REGISTER...
Join us for a morning of networking & regional engagement! The meeting will be held at Hamilton Hall (9 Chestnut Street in Salem) on Tuesday, April 23 at 9:00 am. Attendees are welcome to arrive between 8:30 and 9:00 am for networking and coffee. The agenda will include an update on what's happening in the...
Are you Team Beverly or Team Marblehead? Where is the birthplace of the American Navy? Two local towns that have argued with each other for centuries over this question. Help us settle the Great Debate once and for all! Come out and support your town as historians K. David Goss (Beverly) and Charlie Newhall (Marblehead) as they battle it...
Join us for a special program with Anne Jennison who will share some of her favorite traditional Abenaki/Wabanaki woodland stories. Join Native American storyteller, historian, and educator, Anne Jennison, for a special in person performance of traditional Abenaki/Wabanaki stories. This engaging and interactive presentation features the "Animal People" and their adventures in the Northeastern Woodlands....
In December 1773, a mob of Boston residents stormed three merchant ships moored at Griffin’s Wharf and quickly destroyed the chests of East India Company tea located onboard. Three months later, in response to the Boston Tea Party, Parliament passed a series of laws known as the Boston Port Bill. These legislative acts essentially stripped...
Due to the heat, the event will take place at the Marblehead Museum with the option to visit the 1st floor of the mansion, right across the street. NEW LOCATION: Marblehead Museum 170 Washington Street Marblehead, MA New this year, Essex Heritage will be offering our Heritage Friend Event series. We will coordinate special experiences...
