Overview
About Salem Maritime National Historical Park.
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the Salem waterfront, as well as a downtown visitor center. Located in the urban setting of Salem, the park preserves and interprets over 600 years of New England's maritime history and global stories.
Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs
Weather
New England weather is unpredictable year-round. Monthly averages, in degrees Fahrenheit, are: January: 37 high, 20 low February: 40 high, 23 low March: 47 high, 30 low April: 57 high, 38 low May: 67 high, 48 low June: 76 high, 58 low July: 82 high, 63 low August: 80 high, 62 low September: 73 high, 55 low October: 62 high, 45 low November: 52 high, 37 low December: 42 high, 27 low
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Things to do
Discover Salem Maritime National Historical Park.
Become a Salem Maritime B.A.R.K. Ranger
5-120 MinutesHello four-legged friends! Do you want to explore Salem Maritime with your leash-holding companions? Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger principles!
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Become a Salem Maritime Junior Ranger
30-120 MinutesThe Salem Maritime National Historic Site Junior Ranger program is an activity based program offering visitors the opportunity to join the National Park Service "family" as Junior Rangers.
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Create a Dominican Faceless Doll
30-180 MinutesHave you ever heard of Faceless Dolls (or Muñecas Sin Rostro)? Faceless Dolls were first created in the 1980’s by sculptor Liliana Mera Limé. Their lack of faces is what makes them a truly unique symbol of the Dominican Republic. Learn more about faceless dolls and show off your craft skills by making one of your own!
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Drive the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway
3-6 HoursDiscover 90 miles of New England coastal life passing through Essex National Heritage Area and Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
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Shop Waite & Peirce Souvenirs
5-30 MinutesWaite & Peirce: Authentic and Exotic Goods features gifts inspired by the bold spirit of Salem’s privateers and offers visitors a unique shopping experience.
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Watch the Sunrise from Derby Wharf
1-3 HoursEnjoy an East Coast sunrise from Derby Wharf! The horizon is broad and flat, providing an expansive view of Salem Harbor.
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