Upcoming Events

Ancient, Medieval and New England illuminates how stories of ancient European cultural heritages parallel the cultural heritage of today’s, local New England communities. Dr. Tracy’s exhibit is a logical extension of the Hammond’s dedication to preserving and understanding the cultural heritage of the medieval era by the examination of past and present cultural norms. On Tuesday, August 20th at 7pm, Dr. Kisha Tracy will discuss the inspiration behind the exhibit and host a presentation on the process of how she…

A Day Camp designed to foster pride in the rich cultural heritage of Cape Ann through music, dance, literature, drama, and art. Now in its fourth season, and in anticipation of Gloucester’s 400th anniversary in 2023, CAAA participants will learn about, visit, and perform at points of interest in the area. For children age 5 - 15 ~ $75 per child. Scholarships are available! Mentoring opportunities for students over 13. Monday, Aug. 19th - Friday, Aug. 23th 8:30 am -…

Lobster Fest Wednesdays' have started at Seaport Grille! Guests can join us every Wednesday for great deals on boiled lobster and baked stuffed lobster! Lobsterfest is every Wednesday for the summer from 11:30AM-9:00PM -Single Lobster $12.95 -Twin Lobsters $22.95 -Single Baked Stuffed Lobster $21.95 -Twin Baked Stuffed Lobsters $31.95 -2lb $45 -2lb Baked Stuffed Lobster $55 -5lb $70 -5lb Baked Stuffed Lobster $80. All served with corn on the cob and coleslaw. Call 978.282.9700 to make your reservation today!

Gloucester HarborWalk, the City of Gloucester, and Northshore 104.9 present the “The Summer of Fun”, five FREE outdoor, family-fun movies to watch under the stars! The series runs every Wednesday from July 24th to August 26th. Films start at 8:00 pm (or earlier depending on when it gets dark). Come on down to play games and buy your snacks from the food vendors before the movie begins! HarborWalk Summer Cinema Schedule · July 24 – Dumbo (presented by BankGloucester) ·…

Hammond Castle Museum is proud to present a lecture and demonstration of the History of Medieval Arms and Armor with John Pettibone, former curator and executive director. John has spent many years studying the ancient art of armor and examples from the castles collection will be on display. At the conclusion of the program there will be a question and answer session, a try on Armor opportunity and a tour of Medieval aspects of the Museum. Advanced ticket can be…

John Hays Hammond, Jr. loved the evening.  Alexander Graham Bell had suggested to Hammond that he work at night and sleep during the day, which Hammond adopted.  Domestic staff, frequent overnight guests, and even Hammond’s wife were daytime people and frequently commented that they might go long periods where they rarely saw him. With this in mind, “candlelight tours” are offered Thursday nights during the months of July and August. Guides will show you the rooms the Hammond frequented and…