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SUMMARY:Bakers Island Light Station: Preservation and Perseverance
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore both the history and future of this iconic maritime landmark that has guided vessels through Salem Sound since 1791.\n\n\nJoin Essex Heritage and the Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum for a special presentation celebrating 10 years of public access to Bakers Island Light Station. This engaging evening will explore both the history and future of this iconic maritime landmark that has guided vessels through Salem Sound since 1791. \nAnnie Harris\, CEO of Essex Heritage will share the fascinating journey of Essex Heritage’s stewardship of the light station since acquiring the property from the U.S. Coast Guard in 2014. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of preserving this remote maritime treasure\, the educational programs developed\, and the significant restoration work completed over the past decade. \nWith over 31 years of experience in historic restoration and 20 lighthouse projects for the U.S. Coast Guard\, preservation mason Martin J. Nally will provide a fascinating look at the technical aspects of lighthouse preservation. \nThis summer\, Essex Heritage will undertake a critical masonry restoration project at the light station. The work will include repointing the interior brickwork of the 1820 lighthouse tower and restoring three historic brick chimneys on the keeper’s houses. This presentation offers a unique opportunity to learn about this specialized preservation work before it begins. \nThis free event is limited to 50 attendees. Advance registration is required. \n\n\nFor more information about visiting Bakers Island Light Station during the 2025 season\, please visit HERE \nFor questions about this event\, please contact: info@essexheritage.org or call 978-740-0444.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/bakers-island-light-station-preservation-and-perseverance/
LOCATION:Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum\, 10 Union Street\, Manchester-by-the-Sea\, MA\, 01944\, United States
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SUMMARY:Heritage Friend Event with The Trustees at Long Hill - NEW DATE
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances\, we have rescheduled this event to June 12. Thank you very much for your understanding. \n\n\nJoin Essex Heritage for a Heritage Friend Event at Long Hill in Beverly\, hosted in partnership with The Trustees. Explore the Sedgwick estate\, featuring a Federal-style house and enchanting gardens in peak season designed by Mabel Cabot Sedgwick and Marjorie Russell Sedgwick. Stroll through the diverse plantings and hear about the estate’s rich history from Pilar Garro\, Director of the Long Hill Portfolio. This event offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the North Shore’s most beautiful properties while enjoying some light refreshments. \nGuests who arrive by 5:45 pm will be taken through the house for a brief first-floor tour\, refreshments will be available under the tent in the garden. \nThis event is open to Essex Heritage members FREE of charge but registration is required. Space is limited. Non-member registration is $5.00 per person. Light refreshments will be provided. \nThis event is currently at capacity\, but you can add your name to the waitlist HERE. \nParking Note: There are 3 ADA accessible parking spaces close to the house. We ask that those who can walk a short distance please use the parking lot which is three quarters of the way up the hill.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/heritage-friend-event-with-the-trustees-at-long-hill/
LOCATION:Long Hill\, 576 Essex Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wild Edibles at Bakers Island Light
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and wild foods enthusiast Russ Cohen on a special edible excursion at Bakers Island Light.\n\n\nExplore Wild Edibles at Bakers Island Light Station \nCome join naturalist and wild foods enthusiast\, Russ Cohen on a special edible excursion out to Bakers Island Light Station\, a historic property owned by Essex Heritage. \nThis 4-hour special trip includes the boat ride aboard Naumkeag and a walking tour of the property with expert Russ Cohen pointing out special species along the trails including the kind you can snack on! Before departing for the main land\, enjoy sumac-ade (a natural alternative to Kool-Aid) and a wild goodie or two made by Russ Cohen himself! The wild edibles tour includes over 3 dozen species of edible wild plants that have existed on the island for some time. Also expect to encounter at least six of the additional native wild edible species that were planted last summer. \nBUY TICKETS \nPlease Note: \n\nThe lighthouse cannot be climbed at this time.\nThe rest of the island aside from the 10 acre Light Station is privately owned and all visitors must stay within the 10 acre boundaries.\nGuests will not be permitted to visit the Assistant Keeper’s House; that is only accessible to Essex Heritage Members who have booked an overnight stay.\nPlease read through all the FAQ’s and our Cancellation Policy before purchasing tickets.\n\n  \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \n  \nTickets: \n\nAdults: $40\nChildren (4-12 yr): $25\nEssex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! (A discount code will be provided on membership confirmation letter.)\n\n  \nAre there restrictions on who can go? \nYES. All passengers must be: \n\nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp and the rugged island terrain without assistance.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/wild-edibles-at-bakers-island-light-4/
LOCATION:Salem Ferry Dock\, 10 Blaney St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Treasure Islands of Salem Sound with Chris Leahy
DESCRIPTION:Naturalist Chris Leahy will be leading this nautical exploration of the marine habits of Salem Sound and help you identify all the birds you’ll see along the way. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of Salem Harbor and learn more about the amazing array of bird species who call the north shore home during the summer months. \nBUY TICKETS \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nTickets \nPlease read all the information listed below before purchasing your ticket(s). \n\nAdults: $40\nChildren (4-12 yr): $25\nEssex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! Not a member? Sign up here: essexheritage.org/membership\n\nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nWhat You Need To Know Before You Go! Frequently Asked Questions \nHow long is the trip? About 2 hours round-trip \nAre there restrictions on who can go? All passengers must be: \n\nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp without assistance.\n\nWhat if it rains or is stormy? \nBoat trips depend on the weather. Naumkeag has no rain or sun cover on it. \nIs there a bathroom onboard? \nThere are no bathrooms on the boat\, but there are restrooms at the Salem Ferry Visitor Center which can be used directly before and after the tour. \nWhat is the Cancellation Policy? \n\nIf Essex Heritage cancels the boat trip: If it is too rainy or stormy or the seas are too rough\, and Essex Heritage has to cancel the boat trip\, you will be fully refunded the cost of your ticket\nIf ticket holder cancels: If you cancel because you think it is too sunny\, rainy\, windy or whatever\, but the boat still goes\, tickets are non-refundable.\n\nHow will I know if my tour has been cancelled? Essex Heritage staff will do our best to email all ticketed passengers in advance if your trip has been cancelled. We will also keep an updated weather advisory line at 978-998-2188. \nQuestions? \nPlease call Essex Heritage’s Visitor Information Desk (located in the National Park Service Visitor Center) at 978-224-2036. The Visitor Information Desk is open seven days a week\, from 9 AM-5 PM. \nEssex Heritage does not assume responsibility for any lost or stolen personal property.
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SUMMARY:Misery Island Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore the fungi of Great Misery Island. \nJoin us for a guided mushroom walk for all those interested in discovering fungi growing on the Misery Island of the coast of Beverly/Salem. This unique island environment hosts conifer and hardwood trees that provide background to growing fungi. Fungi don’t stop there. Animals nesting and living on this island contribute in a major way to fungi/lichens growth on stone ruins of the island. Join us on an exploratory walk around the island with Jana Harris of Essex Forays\, certified in Wild Mushroom Food Safety and member of Boston Mycological Club. Jana will ID mushrooms as we go and learn about edible and nonedible species. The trip will last about 2.5 hrs and will give participants a chance to look close up at mushroom species that thrive in this secluded environment. Depending on weather there will be different types of mushrooms to explore. \nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, garden gloves\, bring a water bottle\, tick and bug repellent\, ID field guide and basket (optional). Please be aware that there is a lot of poison ivy off the trails on the island so gloves and long pants are highly suggested. \nBUY TICKETS \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nTickets: \n\nAdults: $40\nChildren (4-12 yr): $25\nEssex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! (A discount code will be provided on membership confirmation letter.)\n\nAre there restrictions on who can go? \nYES. All passengers must be: \nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp and the rugged island terrain without assistance. \nPlease read through all the FAQ’s and our Cancellation Policy before purchasing tickets.
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