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SUMMARY:Newburyport Art presents the 2026 OpArt Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Newburyport Art (NAA) presents the 2026 OpArt Exhibit\, on view from April 1st through April 25th. This exhibit features over 90 art pieces by artists from Opportunity Works\, as well as a series of portraits of the OpArt artists created by John Douglass. \nThe OpArt program founded in 2004 is a partnership between the Newburyport Art Association and Opportunity Works with a mission to encourage and support individuals with disabilities to fulfill their life ambitions through the creative process. OpArt is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to enrich their lives through visionary expression and artistic practice by providing instruction in a variety of mediums and techniques. Artists are encouraged to work freely and experiment across different media (paint pastels\, collage\, drawing\, sculpture\, etc.) to produce artwork centered on a theme or their imagination. \nOn view alongside this exhibit are 36 portraits of OpArt artists created by John Douglass.\nJohn became an OpArt volunteer after meeting several artists during the 2025 OpArt Show at Newburyport Art. John writes that “At first I thought I’d paint just a few portraits\, for practice. At a class\, I showed one student his portrait\, and the idea of including it in this show came up. The student was so excited about that possibility-I knew then I needed to paint them all.” In the end\, John painted 36 portraits (and one opossum) over a five-month period-getting more practice than he intended. The OpArt team of volunteers hopes visitors enjoy the artwork and John’s portraits\, and recognize as we do\, the joy these gifted artists bring to our community. \nAn Artist Reception & Celebration will be held on Thursday\, April 9th from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The reception is free and open to the public\, with light refreshments being served. \nNEW Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00am–5:00pm. The NAA is handicap accessible. More information\, and an online gallery is available at newburyportart.org.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/newburyport-art-presents-the-2026-opart-exhibition/
LOCATION:Newburyport Art Association\, 65 Water St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Maritime Makers & Marine Marvels
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Bedford Whaling Museum during April School Vacation Week for an unforgettable hands-on experience as we transform the Harbor View Gallery into a dynamic maker space. Using cardboard and other recycled materials we invite crafters of all ages to help construct a scaled replica of New Bedford Harbor\, featuring iconic waterfront buildings\, historic boats\, marine life\, and the legendary Dartmouth\, adding a unique historical touch to our maritime story. \nThroughout the week\, participants of all ages will collaborate to bring New Bedford’s vibrant harbor to life. The experience culminates in a lively public unveiling\, celebrating your creativity and craftsmanship. Alongside the cardboard harbor activities\, the Museum is offering a variety of other exciting experiences\, making this the perfect way to spend school vacation week in the seaside City of New Bedford! \nApril School Vacation Week activities are included with general Museum admission.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/maritime-makers-marine-marvels/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Family,Kids & Family,School Vacation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T153000
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SUMMARY:Daily Guided & Self-Guided Tour of Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century\, John Hays Hammond\, Jr. \nHammond Castle Museum is a dynamic STEAM museum\,*blending its historical significance as both **a historic house museum and a lapidarium.\nInside\, you’ll not only discover ancient\, medieval\, and Renaissance architectural elements and artifacts—including stone archways\, sarcophagi\, grave markers\, and an extraordinary collection of stone and marble works—but you’ll also find a vibrant museum offering fresh educational and cultural arts programming. \nVisitors can explore items from the archival collection that have not been publicly seen in generations\, along with newly curated content and the most up-to-date information on the provenance of many pieces in our collection. \nNew this season\, the Museum features four temporary exhibits that explore John Hays Hammond Jr. as both an individual and a scientific innovator. In the Natalie Hays Hammond Temporary Exhibit Room\, Curatorial Director John Leysath presents Spinning Platters with Hammond: Inside the World of Vinyl Records\, on display from April 29th through August 31st. Beginning September 10th and running through the end of the 2025 season on January 4th\, Leysath will showcase” Hammond in Italy: The Love Affair Between the Hammonds & Italian Culture.”Additionally\, the Inventions Exhibit Room will highlight Hammond’s groundbreaking Videotape Technology during the spring and summer months\, followed by Hammond’s ahead-of-their-time Advertising Signs in the fall and early winter. \nListed on the National Register of Historic Places\, and a repeated Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner by Northshore Magazine and a Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last three consecutive years\,** you can trust that your visit will be an unforgettable experience. \nNew This Season: New Daily Hours and Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours\nOpen daily from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm\, with the last entrance at 2:45 pm. The Museum\, Museum Shop\, and grounds close at 3:30 pm. \nExperience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our new flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your ticket grants you entry anytime within designated periods\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am / Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm\nSelf-guided tours allow you to explore at your own pace. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to experience the Museum’s fascinating galleries\, grounds\, and temporary exhibits. \n**Accessibility Note: Please be aware that at nearly a century old\, the Hammond Castle Museum is not handicapped accessible due to many difficult and winding stairs on the campus and within the Museum
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/daily-guided-self-guided-tour-of-hammond-castle-museum-42/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cultural,Exhibit,Family,Historical,Ongoing
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T153000
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SUMMARY:Eric Pape: Fantasy Illustrations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fourth annual Eric Pape fine art exhibition at the Hammond Castle Museum\, featuring a significant collection of pen and ink illustrations by Eric Pape (1870 to 1938). Many of these works were recovered from Pape’s locked studio decades after his death and have not been publicly exhibited in over a century. Included are illustrations originally created for The Arabian Nights\, Tales of Wonder and Magnificence\, Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen\, Victor Hugo’s Notre Dame de Paris\, Rip Van Winkle\, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\, and Shakespeare and The Heart of a Child by Gertrude Slaughter. \nThis year’s exhibition will feature 73 works on loan from renowned conflict zone photographer Bruce Haley. These pieces have recently been cleaned and conserved and have not been publicly exhibited since Eric Pape’s death in 1938. The illustrations are being loaned from Haley’s extensive art collection in Northern California. The exhibition will also include more than a dozen works from Dr. Gregory Conn’s personal collection\, previously exhibited at the Queen Christina House Museum and the Museum Kloster in Zeven\, Germany. \nAdmission to this temporary exhibition also includes self-guided tour access to the Museum. Guests will also have the opportunity to view the sole remaining Eric Pape mural on permanent display in the Dr. Gregory Conn and Dr. Sagrario Ortega Room in the Lower Den. \n*Advance Reservations Strongly Encouraged.* \n– Museum Member savings apply. \nFlexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for Self-Guided Tours! Your ticket grants you entry anytime within the Morning or Afternoon session times\, based upon your selection\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. \nMorning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am\nAfternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm \nPlease note: the last entrance into the Museum is at 2:45 pm sharp. The Museum and Grounds close promptly at 3:30 pm. We recommend planning at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/eric-pape-fantasy-illustrations/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts,Exhibit,Historical,Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Easter Brunch Buffet at the Hawthorne Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Holidays at the Hawthorne have been a tradition for 100 years. You can count on delicious food\, comfortable seating and a warm atmosphere. Whether you choose to indulge in our grand buffet during the day\, or come in the evening for a special in our Tavern\, let the Hawthorne help you welcome Spring. Reservations are now open for our Easter Sunday Brunch with seatings between 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Please call 978-825-4360 to reserve your table.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/easter-brunch-buffet-at-the-hawthorne-hotel/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Hotel\, 18 Washington Sq. West\, Salem\, 01970\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hawthorne Hotel":MAILTO:kpetty@hawthornehotel.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260405T051236Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Photo Op at Witch Pix
DESCRIPTION:A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick\, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time\, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic\, Crystal Ball Witchery\, 1692 Glamour\, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity\, history\, and play\, producing a small gallery of expressive images.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/kids-photo-op-at-witch-pix/
LOCATION:Witch Pix\, 172 Essex St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Ongoing,Photography,School Vacation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Witch Pix":MAILTO:manager@witchpix.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T193000
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”\, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries\, loyalties\, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only\, at Gloucester Stage Theater\, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm)\, and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/cape-ann-shakespeare-troupe-presents-one-act-wonders/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage\, 267 East Main St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T153535Z
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SUMMARY:Maritime Makers & Marine Marvels
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Bedford Whaling Museum during April School Vacation Week for an unforgettable hands-on experience as we transform the Harbor View Gallery into a dynamic maker space. Using cardboard and other recycled materials we invite crafters of all ages to help construct a scaled replica of New Bedford Harbor\, featuring iconic waterfront buildings\, historic boats\, marine life\, and the legendary Dartmouth\, adding a unique historical touch to our maritime story. \nThroughout the week\, participants of all ages will collaborate to bring New Bedford’s vibrant harbor to life. The experience culminates in a lively public unveiling\, celebrating your creativity and craftsmanship. Alongside the cardboard harbor activities\, the Museum is offering a variety of other exciting experiences\, making this the perfect way to spend school vacation week in the seaside City of New Bedford! \nApril School Vacation Week activities are included with general Museum admission.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/maritime-makers-marine-marvels/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Family,Kids & Family,School Vacation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044307Z
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SUMMARY:February Vacation at Appleton Farms – The Trustees of Reservations
DESCRIPTION:In the winter\, many people hunker down to stay indoors\, but at Appleton Farms\, we make the most of the cold\, quiet season. There is no better place to spend winter farm days than in exploring in the snow and learning to love the outdoors in all seasons! This program is for kids who are looking to make friends\, explore the forests and fields of the farm\, and learn about life in New England in winter\, including learning about a type of winter farming – maple sugaring! Every day will include an outdoor adventure of hiking\, snowshoeing\, or other farm explorations. \nThis is a school vacation drop-off program running Monday-Friday 9am-3pm\, February 16-20. Campers should be prepared to spend days mostly outdoors and will need appropriate clothes including hats\, gloves\, and boots. We will have snack and lunch on the farm (families provide their own campers’ food). A parent handbook will be provided to all parents and registration requires submission of child’s health forms\, per licensing requirements. This program is licensed by the Ipswich Board of Health.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/february-vacation-at-appleton-farms-the-trustees-of-reservations-50/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation,School Vacation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051238Z
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SUMMARY:Daily Guided & Self-Guided Tour of Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century\, John Hays Hammond\, Jr. \nHammond Castle Museum is a dynamic STEAM museum\,*blending its historical significance as both **a historic house museum and a lapidarium.\nInside\, you’ll not only discover ancient\, medieval\, and Renaissance architectural elements and artifacts—including stone archways\, sarcophagi\, grave markers\, and an extraordinary collection of stone and marble works—but you’ll also find a vibrant museum offering fresh educational and cultural arts programming. \nVisitors can explore items from the archival collection that have not been publicly seen in generations\, along with newly curated content and the most up-to-date information on the provenance of many pieces in our collection. \nNew this season\, the Museum features four temporary exhibits that explore John Hays Hammond Jr. as both an individual and a scientific innovator. In the Natalie Hays Hammond Temporary Exhibit Room\, Curatorial Director John Leysath presents Spinning Platters with Hammond: Inside the World of Vinyl Records\, on display from April 29th through August 31st. Beginning September 10th and running through the end of the 2025 season on January 4th\, Leysath will showcase” Hammond in Italy: The Love Affair Between the Hammonds & Italian Culture.”Additionally\, the Inventions Exhibit Room will highlight Hammond’s groundbreaking Videotape Technology during the spring and summer months\, followed by Hammond’s ahead-of-their-time Advertising Signs in the fall and early winter. \nListed on the National Register of Historic Places\, and a repeated Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner by Northshore Magazine and a Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last three consecutive years\,** you can trust that your visit will be an unforgettable experience. \nNew This Season: New Daily Hours and Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours\nOpen daily from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm\, with the last entrance at 2:45 pm. The Museum\, Museum Shop\, and grounds close at 3:30 pm. \nExperience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our new flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your ticket grants you entry anytime within designated periods\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am / Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm\nSelf-guided tours allow you to explore at your own pace. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to experience the Museum’s fascinating galleries\, grounds\, and temporary exhibits. \n**Accessibility Note: Please be aware that at nearly a century old\, the Hammond Castle Museum is not handicapped accessible due to many difficult and winding stairs on the campus and within the Museum
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/daily-guided-self-guided-tour-of-hammond-castle-museum-55/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cultural,Exhibit,Family,Historical,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T153000
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SUMMARY:Eric Pape: Fantasy Illustrations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fourth annual Eric Pape fine art exhibition at the Hammond Castle Museum\, featuring a significant collection of pen and ink illustrations by Eric Pape (1870 to 1938). Many of these works were recovered from Pape’s locked studio decades after his death and have not been publicly exhibited in over a century. Included are illustrations originally created for The Arabian Nights\, Tales of Wonder and Magnificence\, Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen\, Victor Hugo’s Notre Dame de Paris\, Rip Van Winkle\, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\, and Shakespeare and The Heart of a Child by Gertrude Slaughter. \nThis year’s exhibition will feature 73 works on loan from renowned conflict zone photographer Bruce Haley. These pieces have recently been cleaned and conserved and have not been publicly exhibited since Eric Pape’s death in 1938. The illustrations are being loaned from Haley’s extensive art collection in Northern California. The exhibition will also include more than a dozen works from Dr. Gregory Conn’s personal collection\, previously exhibited at the Queen Christina House Museum and the Museum Kloster in Zeven\, Germany. \nAdmission to this temporary exhibition also includes self-guided tour access to the Museum. Guests will also have the opportunity to view the sole remaining Eric Pape mural on permanent display in the Dr. Gregory Conn and Dr. Sagrario Ortega Room in the Lower Den. \n*Advance Reservations Strongly Encouraged.* \n– Museum Member savings apply. \nFlexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for Self-Guided Tours! Your ticket grants you entry anytime within the Morning or Afternoon session times\, based upon your selection\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. \nMorning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am\nAfternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm \nPlease note: the last entrance into the Museum is at 2:45 pm sharp. The Museum and Grounds close promptly at 3:30 pm. We recommend planning at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/eric-pape-fantasy-illustrations-4/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts,Exhibit,Historical,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044308Z
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SUMMARY:Salem Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:Since 2007\, Salem Film Fest (SFF) has brought the world’s best independent documentaries and their makers to the North Shore. Going into its 19th year\, this celebration of documentary filmmaking presents a diverse collection of the year’s best work from all over the world. \nThe Fest will take place March 26–29 at three local venues: Cinema Salem\, the Peabody Essex Museum and the National Park Service Visitor Center. Enjoy three days of in-person screenings at PEM\, plus filmmaker Q&As\, parties and other special events around town. \nThe official film lineup and schedule will be shared soon on the Salem Film Fest website. \nCheck out PEM’s exhibition Beyond the Broom: Salem Short Films\, featuring documentaries from past years of the Fest\, opening March 28. \nThis festival is made possible by volunteers from the Salem Community Arts Center\, Inc. PEM is proud to be the presenting sponsor of Salem Film Fest 2026.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/salem-film-fest-11/
LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peabody Essex Museum":MAILTO:information@pem.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260404T045753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051241Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Photo Op at Witch Pix
DESCRIPTION:A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick\, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time\, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic\, Crystal Ball Witchery\, 1692 Glamour\, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity\, history\, and play\, producing a small gallery of expressive images.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/kids-photo-op-at-witch-pix-3/
LOCATION:Witch Pix\, 172 Essex St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Ongoing,Photography,School Vacation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Witch Pix":MAILTO:manager@witchpix.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260205T103845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044308Z
UID:10019589-1775494800-1775518200@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Little Sister Debuts on Main Street Gloucester with Fast-Casual Fare\, Arcade Fun & Block-Party Vibes
DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly eatery connected to The Cut Live goes full time starting June 1\, pairing crowd-pleasing bites with rotating craft beers\, canned classics\, cocktails\, games and nine big-screen TVs \nMain Street’s dining scene gets a lively new addition next month when Little Sister opens its doors full time at 177 Main Street. The fast-casual restaurant attached directly to renowned music venue The Cut Live\, where local and national acts perform promises an easygoing “come-as-you-are” atmosphere\, complete with arcade games\, two pool tables\, and nine TVs positioned for ideal game-day viewing. \n“We wanted a spot where families can grab dinner\, friends can watch the Sox\, and concert-goers can fuel up before a show. No reservations\, no fuss\,” said Tom O’Grady\, owner of The Cut Live. “Think of it as Gloucester’s neighborhood block party that happens six nights a week regardless if The Cut Live has a performance” added Josh Smith\, owner of Little Sister. \nLittle Sister’s Summer hours starting June 1 will be Wednesday – Monday open at 5PM (closed on Tuesday). \nAbout Little Sister\nJosh and Ariel Smith founded Little Sister in 2024 on Bearskin Neck in Rockport MA and wanted to expand to Gloucester where they also own Talise\, their hidden farm to table gem in Annisquam. Little Sister Gloucester is a fast-casual restaurant delivering great burgers\, fresh fish sandwiches and more with adult and family-friendly entertainment in the heart of downtown. Sharing a campus with The Cut Live—voted “Best Music Venue in New England” by Yankee Magazine\, Little Sister invites everyone to eat\, drink\, play\, and stay awhile. Follow @thecutlive and @littlesister_burger on Instagram and Facebook and visit www.thecutlive.com for events and updates.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/little-sister-debuts-on-main-street-gloucester-with-fast-casual-fare-arcade-fun-block-party-vibes-47/
LOCATION:The Cut\, 177 Main Street
\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Cut":MAILTO:info@thecutlive.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260311T144716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T204239Z
UID:10020378-1775500200-1775505600@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Spring Bead Bar at Uva (Plymouth)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Uva Wine Bar to craft your own cute spring bracelet while sipping your fave wine!
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/spring-bead-bar-at-uva-plymouth/
LOCATION:Uva Wine Bar\, 46 Main Street\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Picture1-1-e1773153544581-G2sbpl.jpe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260205T103846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044309Z
UID:10019590-1775503800-1775511000@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”\, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries\, loyalties\, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only\, at Gloucester Stage Theater\, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm)\, and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/cape-ann-shakespeare-troupe-presents-one-act-wonders-50/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage\, 267 East Main St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1act-for-GSFinal-1-JPHsXO.jpe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20250325T153109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T153535Z
UID:10010067-1775548800-1775581200@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Maritime Makers & Marine Marvels
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Bedford Whaling Museum during April School Vacation Week for an unforgettable hands-on experience as we transform the Harbor View Gallery into a dynamic maker space. Using cardboard and other recycled materials we invite crafters of all ages to help construct a scaled replica of New Bedford Harbor\, featuring iconic waterfront buildings\, historic boats\, marine life\, and the legendary Dartmouth\, adding a unique historical touch to our maritime story. \nThroughout the week\, participants of all ages will collaborate to bring New Bedford’s vibrant harbor to life. The experience culminates in a lively public unveiling\, celebrating your creativity and craftsmanship. Alongside the cardboard harbor activities\, the Museum is offering a variety of other exciting experiences\, making this the perfect way to spend school vacation week in the seaside City of New Bedford! \nApril School Vacation Week activities are included with general Museum admission.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/maritime-makers-marine-marvels/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Family,Kids & Family,School Vacation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Maritime-Makers-Marine-Marvels.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260206T105309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044321Z
UID:10019633-1775552400-1775574000@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:February Vacation at Appleton Farms – The Trustees of Reservations
DESCRIPTION:In the winter\, many people hunker down to stay indoors\, but at Appleton Farms\, we make the most of the cold\, quiet season. There is no better place to spend winter farm days than in exploring in the snow and learning to love the outdoors in all seasons! This program is for kids who are looking to make friends\, explore the forests and fields of the farm\, and learn about life in New England in winter\, including learning about a type of winter farming – maple sugaring! Every day will include an outdoor adventure of hiking\, snowshoeing\, or other farm explorations. \nThis is a school vacation drop-off program running Monday-Friday 9am-3pm\, February 16-20. Campers should be prepared to spend days mostly outdoors and will need appropriate clothes including hats\, gloves\, and boots. We will have snack and lunch on the farm (families provide their own campers’ food). A parent handbook will be provided to all parents and registration requires submission of child’s health forms\, per licensing requirements. This program is licensed by the Ipswich Board of Health.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/february-vacation-at-appleton-farms-the-trustees-of-reservations-51/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation,School Vacation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/618467ae29459-Hx8z0F.jpe
ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260206T105257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051241Z
UID:10019632-1775552400-1775575800@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Daily Guided & Self-Guided Tour of Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century\, John Hays Hammond\, Jr. \nHammond Castle Museum is a dynamic STEAM museum\,*blending its historical significance as both **a historic house museum and a lapidarium.\nInside\, you’ll not only discover ancient\, medieval\, and Renaissance architectural elements and artifacts—including stone archways\, sarcophagi\, grave markers\, and an extraordinary collection of stone and marble works—but you’ll also find a vibrant museum offering fresh educational and cultural arts programming. \nVisitors can explore items from the archival collection that have not been publicly seen in generations\, along with newly curated content and the most up-to-date information on the provenance of many pieces in our collection. \nNew this season\, the Museum features four temporary exhibits that explore John Hays Hammond Jr. as both an individual and a scientific innovator. In the Natalie Hays Hammond Temporary Exhibit Room\, Curatorial Director John Leysath presents Spinning Platters with Hammond: Inside the World of Vinyl Records\, on display from April 29th through August 31st. Beginning September 10th and running through the end of the 2025 season on January 4th\, Leysath will showcase” Hammond in Italy: The Love Affair Between the Hammonds & Italian Culture.”Additionally\, the Inventions Exhibit Room will highlight Hammond’s groundbreaking Videotape Technology during the spring and summer months\, followed by Hammond’s ahead-of-their-time Advertising Signs in the fall and early winter. \nListed on the National Register of Historic Places\, and a repeated Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner by Northshore Magazine and a Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last three consecutive years\,** you can trust that your visit will be an unforgettable experience. \nNew This Season: New Daily Hours and Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours\nOpen daily from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm\, with the last entrance at 2:45 pm. The Museum\, Museum Shop\, and grounds close at 3:30 pm. \nExperience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our new flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your ticket grants you entry anytime within designated periods\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am / Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm\nSelf-guided tours allow you to explore at your own pace. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to experience the Museum’s fascinating galleries\, grounds\, and temporary exhibits. \n**Accessibility Note: Please be aware that at nearly a century old\, the Hammond Castle Museum is not handicapped accessible due to many difficult and winding stairs on the campus and within the Museum
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/daily-guided-self-guided-tour-of-hammond-castle-museum-56/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cultural,Exhibit,Family,Historical,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260310T184842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051242Z
UID:10020345-1775552400-1775575800@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Eric Pape: Fantasy Illustrations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fourth annual Eric Pape fine art exhibition at the Hammond Castle Museum\, featuring a significant collection of pen and ink illustrations by Eric Pape (1870 to 1938). Many of these works were recovered from Pape’s locked studio decades after his death and have not been publicly exhibited in over a century. Included are illustrations originally created for The Arabian Nights\, Tales of Wonder and Magnificence\, Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen\, Victor Hugo’s Notre Dame de Paris\, Rip Van Winkle\, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\, and Shakespeare and The Heart of a Child by Gertrude Slaughter. \nThis year’s exhibition will feature 73 works on loan from renowned conflict zone photographer Bruce Haley. These pieces have recently been cleaned and conserved and have not been publicly exhibited since Eric Pape’s death in 1938. The illustrations are being loaned from Haley’s extensive art collection in Northern California. The exhibition will also include more than a dozen works from Dr. Gregory Conn’s personal collection\, previously exhibited at the Queen Christina House Museum and the Museum Kloster in Zeven\, Germany. \nAdmission to this temporary exhibition also includes self-guided tour access to the Museum. Guests will also have the opportunity to view the sole remaining Eric Pape mural on permanent display in the Dr. Gregory Conn and Dr. Sagrario Ortega Room in the Lower Den. \n*Advance Reservations Strongly Encouraged.* \n– Museum Member savings apply. \nFlexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for Self-Guided Tours! Your ticket grants you entry anytime within the Morning or Afternoon session times\, based upon your selection\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. \nMorning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am\nAfternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm \nPlease note: the last entrance into the Museum is at 2:45 pm sharp. The Museum and Grounds close promptly at 3:30 pm. We recommend planning at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/eric-pape-fantasy-illustrations-5/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts,Exhibit,Historical,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260227T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044322Z
UID:10020109-1775556000-1775581200@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Salem Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:Since 2007\, Salem Film Fest (SFF) has brought the world’s best independent documentaries and their makers to the North Shore. Going into its 19th year\, this celebration of documentary filmmaking presents a diverse collection of the year’s best work from all over the world. \nThe Fest will take place March 26–29 at three local venues: Cinema Salem\, the Peabody Essex Museum and the National Park Service Visitor Center. Enjoy three days of in-person screenings at PEM\, plus filmmaker Q&As\, parties and other special events around town. \nThe official film lineup and schedule will be shared soon on the Salem Film Fest website. \nCheck out PEM’s exhibition Beyond the Broom: Salem Short Films\, featuring documentaries from past years of the Fest\, opening March 28. \nThis festival is made possible by volunteers from the Salem Community Arts Center\, Inc. PEM is proud to be the presenting sponsor of Salem Film Fest 2026.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/salem-film-fest-12/
LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Salem-Film-Fest-ph6Z0g.jpe
ORGANIZER;CN="Peabody Essex Museum":MAILTO:information@pem.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260206T063637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T204251Z
UID:10019625-1775584800-1775592000@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club (Plymouth)
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 PM\, we welcome chess players of all levels who would like to join the Plymouth Public Library Chess Club to join us at the Main Library. \nThe program is open to adults and students. Chess sets are provided\, although please feel free to bring your own chess set if you have one. Space will be reserved for play in the Nook Road study room areas. (Please check with the Reference Desk if you need directions). \nWe are grateful for the guidance which will be provided by Bill Petrillo\, an experienced chess instructor\, who has taught and led chess educational programs around the country for the USA Chess Federation\, and also Jim Pritchard\, who has been volunteering his expertise to educate people on chess – the royal game.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/chess-club-plymouth-5/
LOCATION:Plymouth Public Library\, 132 South Street\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1764856622-i2on7p.jpe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260319T164650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T204251Z
UID:10020527-1775588400-1775595600@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Inebri-Art Figure Drawing (Plymouth)
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your creativity at Inebri-Art’s celebrated Life Drawing event\, held on the first Tuesday of every month at VitaminSea Brewing\, Plymouth\, MA. Join us from 7 to 9 pm for an evening that blends artistry\, community\, and inspiration. This month\, we’re thrilled to welcome our returning muse\, Aarron\, to spark your imagination and fuel your artistic journey. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or picking up a pencil for the first time\, this event offers a relaxed and supportive space to explore the timeless craft of life drawing. Enjoy the company of fellow artists\, sip on craft beer\, and dive into an experience designed to inspire. Admission is just $10 per person—an unbeatable value for a night of creativity and connection. Your enthusiasm has kept this tradition thriving for over a decade\, and we can’t wait to create more art and memories with you. Bring your friends\, your sketchpad\, and your passion—we’ll see you there!
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/inebri-art-figure-drawing-plymouth/
LOCATION:Vitamin Sea Brewing\, 98 Water Street\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inebri-Art":MAILTO:inebriart@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260206T105310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044323Z
UID:10019634-1775590200-1775597400@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”\, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries\, loyalties\, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only\, at Gloucester Stage Theater\, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm)\, and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/cape-ann-shakespeare-troupe-presents-one-act-wonders-51/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage\, 267 East Main St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1act-for-GSFinal-1-JPHsXO.jpe
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20250325T153109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T153535Z
UID:10010068-1775635200-1775667600@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Maritime Makers & Marine Marvels
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Bedford Whaling Museum during April School Vacation Week for an unforgettable hands-on experience as we transform the Harbor View Gallery into a dynamic maker space. Using cardboard and other recycled materials we invite crafters of all ages to help construct a scaled replica of New Bedford Harbor\, featuring iconic waterfront buildings\, historic boats\, marine life\, and the legendary Dartmouth\, adding a unique historical touch to our maritime story. \nThroughout the week\, participants of all ages will collaborate to bring New Bedford’s vibrant harbor to life. The experience culminates in a lively public unveiling\, celebrating your creativity and craftsmanship. Alongside the cardboard harbor activities\, the Museum is offering a variety of other exciting experiences\, making this the perfect way to spend school vacation week in the seaside City of New Bedford! \nApril School Vacation Week activities are included with general Museum admission.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/maritime-makers-marine-marvels/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Family,Kids & Family,School Vacation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Maritime-Makers-Marine-Marvels.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260207T065149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T204252Z
UID:10019661-1775638800-1775644200@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Breakfast Bunch-Second Wednesday of the Month (Plymouth)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to gather with friends for our wonderful Senior Breakfast at the Plymouth Salvation Army. Delicious food\, great conversation and a warm start to your day. It is always a joy to share a meal and fellowship together with our community. We cannot wait to see your smiling faces.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/breakfast-bunch-second-wednesday-of-the-month-plymouth-3/
LOCATION:Plymouth Salvation Army\, 52 Long Pond Road\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Plymouth-Salvation-Army-Breakfast-Bunch-e1770223275120-qVAFlo.jpe
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260207T110738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T044324Z
UID:10019673-1775638800-1775660400@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:February Vacation at Appleton Farms – The Trustees of Reservations
DESCRIPTION:In the winter\, many people hunker down to stay indoors\, but at Appleton Farms\, we make the most of the cold\, quiet season. There is no better place to spend winter farm days than in exploring in the snow and learning to love the outdoors in all seasons! This program is for kids who are looking to make friends\, explore the forests and fields of the farm\, and learn about life in New England in winter\, including learning about a type of winter farming – maple sugaring! Every day will include an outdoor adventure of hiking\, snowshoeing\, or other farm explorations. \nThis is a school vacation drop-off program running Monday-Friday 9am-3pm\, February 16-20. Campers should be prepared to spend days mostly outdoors and will need appropriate clothes including hats\, gloves\, and boots. We will have snack and lunch on the farm (families provide their own campers’ food). A parent handbook will be provided to all parents and registration requires submission of child’s health forms\, per licensing requirements. This program is licensed by the Ipswich Board of Health.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/february-vacation-at-appleton-farms-the-trustees-of-reservations-52/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation,School Vacation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/618467ae29459-Hx8z0F.jpe
ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260207T110737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051254Z
UID:10019672-1775638800-1775662200@massbytrain.com
SUMMARY:Daily Guided & Self-Guided Tour of Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century\, John Hays Hammond\, Jr. \nHammond Castle Museum is a dynamic STEAM museum\,*blending its historical significance as both **a historic house museum and a lapidarium.\nInside\, you’ll not only discover ancient\, medieval\, and Renaissance architectural elements and artifacts—including stone archways\, sarcophagi\, grave markers\, and an extraordinary collection of stone and marble works—but you’ll also find a vibrant museum offering fresh educational and cultural arts programming. \nVisitors can explore items from the archival collection that have not been publicly seen in generations\, along with newly curated content and the most up-to-date information on the provenance of many pieces in our collection. \nNew this season\, the Museum features four temporary exhibits that explore John Hays Hammond Jr. as both an individual and a scientific innovator. In the Natalie Hays Hammond Temporary Exhibit Room\, Curatorial Director John Leysath presents Spinning Platters with Hammond: Inside the World of Vinyl Records\, on display from April 29th through August 31st. Beginning September 10th and running through the end of the 2025 season on January 4th\, Leysath will showcase” Hammond in Italy: The Love Affair Between the Hammonds & Italian Culture.”Additionally\, the Inventions Exhibit Room will highlight Hammond’s groundbreaking Videotape Technology during the spring and summer months\, followed by Hammond’s ahead-of-their-time Advertising Signs in the fall and early winter. \nListed on the National Register of Historic Places\, and a repeated Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner by Northshore Magazine and a Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last three consecutive years\,** you can trust that your visit will be an unforgettable experience. \nNew This Season: New Daily Hours and Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours\nOpen daily from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm\, with the last entrance at 2:45 pm. The Museum\, Museum Shop\, and grounds close at 3:30 pm. \nExperience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our new flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your ticket grants you entry anytime within designated periods\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am / Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm\nSelf-guided tours allow you to explore at your own pace. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to experience the Museum’s fascinating galleries\, grounds\, and temporary exhibits. \n**Accessibility Note: Please be aware that at nearly a century old\, the Hammond Castle Museum is not handicapped accessible due to many difficult and winding stairs on the campus and within the Museum
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/daily-guided-self-guided-tour-of-hammond-castle-museum-57/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cultural,Exhibit,Family,Historical,Ongoing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massbytrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Downsized-Hammond-Castle-2009-Carin-Macnamara-Aif5mL.jpe
ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T021613
CREATED:20260310T184847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T051255Z
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SUMMARY:Eric Pape: Fantasy Illustrations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fourth annual Eric Pape fine art exhibition at the Hammond Castle Museum\, featuring a significant collection of pen and ink illustrations by Eric Pape (1870 to 1938). Many of these works were recovered from Pape’s locked studio decades after his death and have not been publicly exhibited in over a century. Included are illustrations originally created for The Arabian Nights\, Tales of Wonder and Magnificence\, Fairy Tales and Stories by Hans Christian Andersen\, Victor Hugo’s Notre Dame de Paris\, Rip Van Winkle\, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\, and Shakespeare and The Heart of a Child by Gertrude Slaughter. \nThis year’s exhibition will feature 73 works on loan from renowned conflict zone photographer Bruce Haley. These pieces have recently been cleaned and conserved and have not been publicly exhibited since Eric Pape’s death in 1938. The illustrations are being loaned from Haley’s extensive art collection in Northern California. The exhibition will also include more than a dozen works from Dr. Gregory Conn’s personal collection\, previously exhibited at the Queen Christina House Museum and the Museum Kloster in Zeven\, Germany. \nAdmission to this temporary exhibition also includes self-guided tour access to the Museum. Guests will also have the opportunity to view the sole remaining Eric Pape mural on permanent display in the Dr. Gregory Conn and Dr. Sagrario Ortega Room in the Lower Den. \n*Advance Reservations Strongly Encouraged.* \n– Museum Member savings apply. \nFlexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for Self-Guided Tours! Your ticket grants you entry anytime within the Morning or Afternoon session times\, based upon your selection\, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. \nMorning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am\nAfternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm \nPlease note: the last entrance into the Museum is at 2:45 pm sharp. The Museum and Grounds close promptly at 3:30 pm. We recommend planning at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/eric-pape-fantasy-illustrations-6/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts,Exhibit,Historical,Ongoing
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SUMMARY:The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
DESCRIPTION:1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions\, declaring independence from the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire\, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing it.\nHistoric Beverly proudly presents The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings\, a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of artworks commissioned to illustrate Senator Henry Cabot Lodge Sr.’s landmark book.\nThese paintings are featured in Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary The American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display at the Cabot House from September 6\, 2025 to July 4\, 2026. Tickets are free and open to the public
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/the-american-revolution-a-story-of-the-war-in-28-paintings-16/
LOCATION:Cabot House\, 117 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Exhibit,Historical
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