Last call for the final Ed & Jo Hopper’s Houses Walking Tour of the season! Join us on Sat., Sep. 27, at 10:30 am to explore the area of Gloucester known as Portuguese Hill depicted by Edward Hopper (1882-1967) and Josephine Nivison Hopper (1883-1968). bit.ly/4etWMzx

This year's digital program for Gloucester Schooner Festival is now available! Check out the program here: tinyurl.com/GSFProgram25 And find a detailed event schedule at: MaritimeGloucester.org/sf-visitor-info ⛵

Go inside a rare architectural treasure on a tour of the White-Ellery House on Sundays at 2 pm through Sep. 28! 🏠 The White-Ellery House, built in 1710 for the Reverend John White was situated in Gloucester’s central Town Green. FREE; register at bit.ly/3XG9iFY.

📸 Discover photography techniques of the past and present and 🎨 experience hands-on activities and artmaking ⚓️ celebrating Gloucester’s maritime history at ✨Exploring Blatchford’s Waterfront✨ on Saturdays from 10 am-12 pm through September! tinyurl.com/exploreblatc...

Come shopping with us on Main Street in Gloucester! From clothing and accessories to toys, jewelry, art, antiques, and home decor, our downtown is packed with unique finds and local charm. If you're visiting America’s oldest seaport, be sure to make time to explore our shops.

Join Cape Ann Artisans on Saturday, August 9th, for their Summer Mini-Tour! Visit 7 unique studios between 10AM and 5PM and experience works in photography, pottery, sculpture, and more—all during tax-free weekend. Explore artist profiles online and plan your visit here: capeannartisans.com

Summer isn’t complete without indulging in a lobster roll (or 2...or 20)! 🦞 Head over to our blog to discover the best spots in Gloucester, MA to satisfy your lobster roll cravings: heyor.ca/yRzqpC

Gloucester Schooner Festival is coming up next month! ⛵️ Visit Labor Day weekend, August 27-31, and witness majestic schooners on Gloucester Harbor for a celebration of maritime heritage. Learn more at SchoonerFestival.com.

You’re invited to the CAM Talk—Mending Movement: Sail Repair in the Early Maritime Atlantic—with Emily Whitted on Sat., Aug. 2 @ 3 pm @ CAM Green! ⛵ This presentation traces the history of sail repair inside sailmakers’ lofts, on the decks of ships, & more. bit.ly/3I9OJfb

💌 You’re invited to the CAM Summer Celebration—the Cape Ann Museum’s biggest party & ONLY fundraising event of 2025! 🎊 Come sip, sway & soak in the summer sun with friends while raising critical funds for the Museum on Sat., July 19 @ 6:30-10 pm. 🥂🎵🍰🪩 bit.ly/3ZveH2v

The 250th Anniversary Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment is this weekend! CATA is making getting around easy—use their #6 Magnolia route for direct access to Stage Fort Park or hop on the #5 West Gloucester/Essex Purple Route nearby. For schedules, visit canntran.com or call 978-283-7916.

The 250th Anniversary Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment is taking place this weekend at Stage Fort Park in #GloucesterMA! Plan your visit and find parking, shuttle, and train information at the official event website: battleofbunkerhill250.com/transportati... Photo by Marnely Murray.

Step back to 1775 with the 250th Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment- Next weekend at Stage Fort Park! This event features exciting land & sea battles plus a bustling civilian marketplace where visitors can learn about everyday life during the period. Visit battleofbunkerhill250.com for more info.

The Emerson Inn's next monthly moonrise party is tomorrow night! Celebrate the rising moon over the Atlantic with great music, food, and drinks. Bring your friends – make new friends! Make reservations here: heyor.ca/NYNuY8

The Emerson Inn in Rockport is the place to be this Sunday! Enjoy live music in the Parlor Bar 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm followed by the Emerson Inn watch party for the 78th Annual Tony Awards in the Ocean View lounge from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ✨

Discover Revolutionary Gloucester on the Walking Tour: Patriots and Privateers of Revolutionary Middle Street on Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14 at 10:30 am! Step back in time to meet people who were witness to the Revolution right from this spot. bit.ly/4dz85pV

Love architecture, history, fantastic stories, landscapes, fine art, folk art, or interior design? Then join Historic New England on June 7, 2025, for a region-wide #OpenHouse and explore distinctly different historic sites—FOR FREE. • Let's make history! → www.historicnewengland.org/openhouse2025/

Ready for the ultimate beach house experience? Check out Blue Shutters Beachside Inn, located right on Good Harbor Beach! Enjoy ocean views, continental breakfast, and easy access to everything there is to see and do in #GloucesterMA. Book your stay at BlueShuttersBeachside.com.

My studio's latest print design project, the 2025 Visitor Guide to the seaport city of Gloucester, Massachusetts. We design the guide annually for @discovergloucester.bsky.social

Travel back in time on a tour of the White-Ellery House on Saturday, May 3 at 2 pm! 🏠 The White-Ellery House, built in 1710 for the Reverend John White was situated in Gloucester’s central Town Green. Free and open to the public. Learn more & register at bit.ly/3XG9iFY.

Check us out in Northshore Mag! Pick up a copy of the April 2025 issue to read an article about the Cape Ann Museum’s 150th anniversary as well as an article about the Museum’s expansive collection of works by Fitz Henry Lane.

CAM’s next special exhibition, “Breath of Life – C.B. Fisk, Designers & Builders of Pipe Organs,” will soon be on view from April 12–June 29, 2025! On Sat., April 19, from 1–4 pm, CAM Members are warmly invited to an Opening Reception. Register at bit.ly/4hPanSh.

Please note that the CAM Green will be closed for installation of our next special exhibition from April 1-11. We’ll see you on April 12 for the opening of “Breath of Life– C.B. Fisk, Designers & Builders of Pipe Organs” at the James Center! bit.ly/3C8TB1N

Join Borrowed & Blue Collective at Minglewood Harborside for a Spring Market this Saturday, March 22nd! 🌼 Explore handmade coastal treasures, exciting deals from local vendors, and enjoy door prizes and giveaways from 10 AM-2 PM in the Captain Courageous Room.

Cape Ann Foodie Tours' 2025 Season begins on April 15th! Join them on one of their land and sea tours. Enjoy learning about our local culture and history, all while enjoying our outstanding restaurants! Call to book or for group tour info: 617-902-8291 or learn more here: buff.ly/iIcdaXh

Couldn’t make it to the recent Charles Olson Lecture? A recording is now available online! 💻 Miriam Nichols gave this year’s annual lecture, presented at Gloucester Stage Company in partnership with Gloucester Writers Center. Watch the program at tinyurl.com/olsonlectures.

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a powerful new exhibition at Hammond Castle Museum! "Portraits of Women by Women" brings together stunning works by Rocky Neck Art Colony artists, honoring the strength, diversity, and creativity of women from March 22–30. Tickets online: buff.ly/3nNSIqK

Explore Cape Ann for free! 🚍 All Cape Ann Transportation Authority routes, including the Mall Bus, Beverly Shuttle, and summer routes, are fare-free through the end of this year! (CATA On Demand still charges.) Plan your trip here: canntran.com

Machaca is hosting a special evening of incredible food and G4 Tequila! Coming up on March 12, enjoy a curated menu by Chef Luis Pardo, perfectly paired with top-tier tequilas, while Jason guides the tasting experience. Tickets: buff.ly/3Xm6XPE

Experience Romeo & Juliet like never before with Lanes Coven Theater Co at Hammond Castle Museum, March 13-15! Support the arts, education, and the future of Shakespeare in schools—get your ticket today! buff.ly/3Dmo1xT 🎟️

🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Swing into Harbor 9 Golf & Sports Bar in #GloucesterMA! Check out top-tier simulators, a full bar, delicious bites, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a night out. Whether you're perfecting your swing, catching a game, or enjoying drinks with friends, Harbor 9 has something for everyone.

This Thurs., Feb. 27, at 10:30 am, you’re invited to Coffee and Conversation! Explore the photography of Gordon Parks in a small group setting of curious minds. This program is free and open to the public. Learn more & register at bit.ly/4hVYeLD.

Linger a moment in this #WatercolorWednesday scene. 🎨 Soyer painted the watercolor “Street in Gloucester” (1925) from Rogers Street, looking up towards Gloucester City Hall.

Step into the grandeur of 15th-century Venice at the Masquerade Ball of Dreams, March 1 at Hammond Castle Museum in #GloucesterMA! 🎭✨ Get your tickets now and prepare for an enchanting evening of music, magic, and mystery! 🎟️: https://buff.ly/41guV0W

NEW DATE! Next Thursday, 2/27: The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation proudly presents Kory Curcuru’s film series, “Timeline: Cape Ann," a film on the history, culture and heritage of Cape Ann produced for 1623 Studios. Learn more and purchase tickets here:

Spend Valentine's Day at Mile Marker One! Enjoy their regular menu or a 5-course Valentine's Day dinner available on both Feb 14th and 15th! Plus live music from John Jerome and Brian Alex this weekend. 🎶 ❤️ Book your table: https://buff.ly/3DeFTHY

This Saturday, 2/15: The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation proudly presents Kory Curcuru’s film series, “Timeline: Cape Ann," a film on the history, culture and heritage of Cape Ann produced for 1623 studios. Learn more and purchase tickets here:

The Gloucester Writers Center will be livestreaming Fish Tales FREE from Gloucester Stage! The cast includes: Natalie Blue, Andy Lee, Melissa Palladino, Nicki Richon Schoel, Sefatia Romeo Theken, Luke Schoel, and Phil Storey, and dancer Erika Sutter.

Send flowers AND a card to your valentine(s) with the Judi Rotenberg note cards from the Cape Ann Museum Store! 💌 This stationary set comes with eight different Judi Rotenberg paintings. View cards in the CAM Store online at bit.ly/3EAlX5y. [Artwork by Judi Rotenberg]

Looking for unique finds at unbeatable prices? Second Glance Thrift Store has it all—fashion, furniture, art, books, and more! Plus, every purchase supports The Open Door’s hunger-relief programs. Read all about this #GloucesterMA hidden gem at: https://buff.ly/3CDicfg

🎨 The Cape Ann Artisans Open Studios Tour is back with an updated tour route! Meet 5 new artisans and explore the studios of Cape Ann’s finest makers later this year. Save the day for the Spring Tour: June 7-8 & the Fall Tour: Oct 11-12. Learn more: capeannartisans.com.

Mark Adrian Shoes 50th Anniversary sale continues through this Saturday! Shop local during their biggest sale ever, with Buy One, Get One 50% off store wide at 103 Main Street through 2/8.

This Friday, February 7: After taking a few weeks off to refresh and renew the gallery, Coastal Locals is excited and grateful to be starting their 2nd year and welcoming you back to their beautiful space, just in time for Valentine’s Day! Learn more here: https://buff.ly/4hH7rqW

THANK YOU to our wonderful partners and many visitors who celebrated Gloucester’s So Salty last weekend! 🧂🧊 The event included ice sculptures, live music, salty treats, free kids’ art activities, and special deals at businesses around Downtown Gloucester. See you next year!

We had a salty weekend, now we want sweets! Shop downtown next weekend, February 8-9, and find schaaaweeet deals and special offers on lovely items for all the loves in your life! Show some love to your local 01930 purveyors! Find the full list of deals here: https://buff.ly/40WKRW3

Mark Adrian Shoes is celebrating 50 years in #GloucesterMA with their biggest sale ever! Buy One, Get One 50% Off store wide! Sale runs for one week only from February 1st to February 8th. Don’t miss out!

Hello, BlueSky! We’re Discover Gloucester, your go-to for everything Gloucester, MA—America’s oldest seaport! From breathtaking coastal views and rich maritime history to world-class seafood and iconic movie locations, there’s so much to explore. 📍 Plan your visit at discovergloucester.com