Cheers to the Holidays with Festive Spirits in and around Gloucester!
December 06, 2018 / Good to Know, Things to Do & SeeThe winter holidays are truly one of the most wonderful times of year when the city streets, storefronts, and neighborhoods are aglow with the comfort and joys of the seasons. It’s also the time of year for giving back to your community or to an organization that is near and dear to your heart. While… Read more »
Read MoreVote for Your Favorite Downtown Gloucester Holiday Window!
November 29, 2018 / Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeHave you noticed that there is a little extra holiday glow when walking in Downtown Gloucester this season? The reason is over 70 local business have been busy designing and decorating their storefront windows in preparation for the Downtown Gloucester Holiday Window Contest!
Read MoreFrom Our Hearths to Yours: Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes and More
November 14, 2018 / Good to Know, Things to Do & SeeThanksgiving dinner is filled with family and friends and can be the traditional feast or a creative potluck. From mashed potatoes and stuffing, to the assortment of pies, it’s simply a wonderful time. We reached out to several of our local chefs to find out what their favorite seasonal recipes are that they love to… Read more »
Read MoreThe Gloucester Military Heritage & War Memorial Trail
November 05, 2018 / Good to Know, History, Things to Do & SeeFrom Gloucester’s earliest days through today, numerous Gloucester citizens have served their country, across all branches of armed service. Throughout the city there are statues, plaques, historical markers, and memorials that commemorate and honor their military contributions. The core of this Gloucester Military Heritage & War Memorial Trail is in Gloucester’s downtown area. For those… Read more »
Read MoreA Gloucester Ghost Story
October 26, 2018 / Good to Know, HistoryThe Charles Haskell, built in 1869, was troubled from the start. During construction, a workman was killed. Fearing a bad omen, the superstitious owner sold her. A new owner fitted her out and sent Captain Curtis and crew out on her maiden voyage. Just days later, while fishing on Georges Bank, a storm blew in. Boats… Read more »
Read MoreDiscover Twenty Things Under $20 in Gloucester MA
October 15, 2018 / Good to Know, History, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeMaking the most of your visit to Gloucester doesn’t mean that you have to spend a lot of money. There are so many great things to see and do for all ages and interests that are free or reasonably priced. Here is our list of Twenty Things Under $20 to discover on your next trip… Read more »
Read MoreDown to the Sea: Boating in Gloucester, MA
October 15, 2018 / Good to Know, History, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeePhoto by Benjamin Boynton New England Boating magazine features Gloucester as a “fishing port with a fishing heritage that runs deep” in a recently published article, Down to the Sea: Boating in Gloucester, MA. Writer Rob Duca highlights the City’s plans to attract more attention from recreational boaters with a revitalized waterfront including dock-and-dine options, shopping,… Read more »
Read MoreJoin Sawyer Free Library’s Book Club!
October 12, 2018 / Good to Know, History, Things to Do & SeeSamuel Sawyer’s commitment to a public library for the people of Gloucester continues to resonate. His vision echoes throughout the city and reverberates in every person who has ever walked into the Sawyer Free Library to take out a book, attend a program, or research a topic. During your visit, stop by the library to learn… Read more »
Read MoreMeet the Artists: Regina Piantedosi, Ann Schlecht, and Sally Seamans
October 02, 2018 / Good to Know, Things to Do & SeeGloucester’s art community is one of the many reasons that brings visitors from all over to the area. Art has played an integral role in Gloucester’s history, especially the Rock Neck Art Colony – the oldest operating art colony since 1850. Depending on the season and artist, they are typically in their studios working or their art… Read more »
Read MoreGloucester MA: At the Intersection of Fisheries and Art
September 20, 2018 / Awards & Praise, Good to Know, History, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeWith permission by Malerie Yolen-Cohen | Featured in Gateway Mavens, September 19, 2018 WHY GO: The iconic statue, “The Man At the Wheel” defines Gloucester MA past and present. Sporting foul weather gear, the Fisherman’s Memorial, erected in 1923, lists the thousands of Gloucester mariners lost at sea. Home port of the Andrea Gail – the fishing boat that… Read more »
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