Gloucester, Massachusetts

Gloucester Massachusetts is a place for truly authentic adventure! Just a 45 minute car ride from downtown Boston, Gloucester, home to America’s oldest seaport, offers so much to see and do no matter the season! This gorgeous coastal community boasts of hometown spirit, maritime history, fresh seafood and a spectacular working waterfront. Our natural beauty is an ever-changing backdrop to explore, and also home to artists, independent shops, award-winning restaurants, with beach strolls and nature trails for everyone to enjoy. We invite you to DISCOVER GLOUCESTER!

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Jun 14

We are looking forward to the opening of CAM Green and their upcoming exhibition “Dorothy Kerper Monnelly, Brad Story, and the Great Marsh” on June 18! We are reposting @capeannmuseum’s highlighting more details about the exhibit:

“Museum staff members Walter Chianciola and Leon Doucette are seen here installing the work of sculptor Brad Story.
Brad Story is a native of Essex and lives and works at the edge of The Great Marsh. After graduating from college in 1969, Story returned home to work with his father, Dana Story, in the family shipyard. The Storys had been building boats in Essex since the 1660s and the business was in young Story’s blood. After 27 years working in the yard, Brad gave it up, turning to designing and building three-dimensional works of art that combine his fascination with airplanes, birds and boat building.

Reserve tickets soon to visit this special exhibition of photographs by Dorothy Kerper Monnelly that display the ever-changing form and texture of The Great Marsh, and sculptures by Brad Story that capture the beauty and variety of wildlife that inhabits it. Register and find more info at the link in our bio or at capeannmuseum.org/exhibitions.”

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Jun 13

The Mayflower II Fuller Shallop docked at @maritimegloucester in Gloucester for the weekend.
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Jun 9

From trap-to-table and farm-to-table, enjoy a waterfront dining experience overlooking the Annisquam River at Mile Marker One! The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Wednesday through Sunday for dine-in, take-out with delivery, and curbside pickup options. Their Bridge Deck is open with a new bright look and cool vibe!

Mile Marker One is our featured business spotlight. Check out milemarkerone.com to browse their menu, make a dining reservation, or order take-out.
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Jun 8

The Gilded Lobster - Mural art by JEKS on Gloucester’s Main Street.
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Jun 5

A beautiful weekend ahead for the Cape Ann Artisans Tour. The self-guided Open Studio tour takes place today and tomorrow, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Tour map and guide are available at CapeAnnArtisans.com.
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Jun 4

Enjoy a romantic dinner under the Seaport Grille’s stars ✨
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