What to Do, Eat, and See in Gloucester, MA

Come with us to Woodman’s of Essex—a historic spot just a short drive from Gloucester!

Known for their legendary fried clams and clam chowder, it’s the perfect place to dive into classic New England seafood. Don’t forget to try their lobster rolls, oysters, and more—all while enjoying the beautiful views of the Essex River. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this spot is a must for seafood lovers! 🦞

#Woodmans #WoodmansofEssex #DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #CapeAnn #NewEngland

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Come with us to Woodman’s of Essex—a historic spot just a short drive from Gloucester!

Known for their legendary fried clams and clam chowder, it’s the perfect place to dive into classic New England seafood. Don’t forget to try their lobster rolls, oysters, and more—all while enjoying the beautiful views of the Essex River. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this spot is a must for seafood lovers! 🦞

#Woodmans #WoodmansofEssex #DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #CapeAnn #NewEngland ...

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We recently had an exciting day exploring Gloucester with reenactors and @sperling.marketing in preparation for the 250th Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment this June! Check out these behind-the-scenes photos and mark your calendars for June 21-22 at Stage Fort Park!

For more info on the reenactment, visit battleofbunkerhill250.com or link in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #EssexHeritage #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #Rev250 #MA250 #CapeAnn #gloucesterma

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We recently had an exciting day exploring Gloucester with reenactors and @sperling.marketing in preparation for the 250th Battle of Bunker Hill Reenactment this June! Check out these behind-the-scenes photos and mark your calendars for June 21-22 at Stage Fort Park!

For more info on the reenactment, visit battleofbunkerhill250.com or link in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #EssexHeritage #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #Rev250 #MA250 #CapeAnn #gloucesterma ...

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Can’t wait for Gloucester Schooner Festival?

Don’t miss the festival’s 3rd Annual Party & Fundraiser at the Gloucester House! This event includes raffles, light buffet, music, cash bar, and great friends all in support of the 41st annual Gloucester Schooner Festival. ⛵

Visit MaritimeGloucester.org for tickets.

#DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #SchoonerFestival #GloucesterSchoonerFestival #NorthOfBoston #VisitMA #CapeAnn

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Can’t wait for Gloucester Schooner Festival?

Don’t miss the festival’s 3rd Annual Party & Fundraiser at the Gloucester House! This event includes raffles, light buffet, music, cash bar, and great friends all in support of the 41st annual Gloucester Schooner Festival. ⛵

Visit MaritimeGloucester.org for tickets.

#DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #SchoonerFestival #GloucesterSchoonerFestival #NorthOfBoston #VisitMA #CapeAnn ...

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The Vista is officially open for the season! 🌊🏖️

Wake up to stunning views of Good Harbor Beach, take a dip in the pool, and experience the best of Gloucester right from your doorstep.

Don’t wait—book your stay now at vistamotel.com!

#DiscoverGloucester #TheVistaGloucester #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #NewEngland #NewEnglandSummer #GoodHarborBeach

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The Vista is officially open for the season! 🌊🏖️

Wake up to stunning views of Good Harbor Beach, take a dip in the pool, and experience the best of Gloucester right from your doorstep.

Don’t wait—book your stay now at vistamotel.com!

#DiscoverGloucester #TheVistaGloucester #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #NewEngland #NewEnglandSummer #GoodHarborBeach ...

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🌊 April in Gloucester is packed with can’t-miss events!

From Easter celebrations to the season opening of Hammond Castle Museum and whale watches, plus plenty of live music—there’s something for everyone!

Swipe through for highlights, then head to DiscoverGloucester.com for the full event calendar! 🦞

📷: Lobster roll at Seaport Grille

#DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthofBoston #NewEngland #GloucesterMA

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🌊 April in Gloucester is packed with can’t-miss events!

From Easter celebrations to the season opening of Hammond Castle Museum and whale watches, plus plenty of live music—there’s something for everyone!

Swipe through for highlights, then head to DiscoverGloucester.com for the full event calendar! 🦞

📷: Lobster roll at Seaport Grille

#DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthofBoston #NewEngland #GloucesterMA ...

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This and a lobster roll—what more do you need? 🦞

Spring and summer are packed with amazing experiences—whale watches, schooner sails, and harbor cruises start back up in April, and then summer will be here before we know it! ☀️

Plan a spring getaway and find upcoming events for the summer at DiscoverGloucester.com.

#VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #NewEngland #NewEnglandSummer

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This and a lobster roll—what more do you need? 🦞

Spring and summer are packed with amazing experiences—whale watches, schooner sails, and harbor cruises start back up in April, and then summer will be here before we know it! ☀️

Plan a spring getaway and find upcoming events for the summer at DiscoverGloucester.com.

#VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #NewEngland #NewEnglandSummer ...

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Coming up next month- Get ready to set sail with Artemis Sails! Beginning April 15, climb aboard the stunning 64` ketch for unforgettable sailing charters out of #GloucesterMA.

Artemis is perfect for day sails, sunset sails, special occasions and family gatherings, and more. ⛵️

Visit artemissails.com for more info and to book your next sail today!

#DiscoverGloucester #VisitNorthOfBoston #VisitMA #ArtemisSails #NewEnglandSummer #Sailing

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Coming up next month- Get ready to set sail with Artemis Sails! Beginning April 15, climb aboard the stunning 64` ketch for unforgettable sailing charters out of #GloucesterMA.

Artemis is perfect for day sails, sunset sails, special occasions and family gatherings, and more. ⛵️

Visit artemissails.com for more info and to book your next sail today!

#DiscoverGloucester #VisitNorthOfBoston #VisitMA #ArtemisSails #NewEnglandSummer #Sailing ...

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Join us for the 250th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 21 and 22 at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, MA!

This historic event will bring to life the dramatic events of June 17, 1775, through public demonstrations, engaging activities, and educational outreach.

For a full schedule of events, visit battleofbunkerhill250.com.

Photos by John Collins Photography.

#BunkerHill250 #MA250 #Gloucester250 #AmericanRevolution250 #Rev250 #EssexHeritage #DiscoverGloucester #Massachusetts250

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Join us for the 250th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 21 and 22 at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, MA!

This historic event will bring to life the dramatic events of June 17, 1775, through public demonstrations, engaging activities, and educational outreach.

For a full schedule of events, visit battleofbunkerhill250.com.

Photos by John Collins Photography.

#BunkerHill250 #MA250 #Gloucester250 #AmericanRevolution250 #Rev250 #EssexHeritage #DiscoverGloucester #Massachusetts250 ...

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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 at capeannfoodietours.com. 🍽️

#DiscoverGloucester #CapeAnnFoodieTour #CapeAnn #GloucesterMA #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston

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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 at capeannfoodietours.com. 🍽️

#DiscoverGloucester #CapeAnnFoodieTour #CapeAnn #GloucesterMA #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston ...

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Shopping for your next book? Head to Second Glance Thrift Store in Gloucester, MA! Not only can you discover high-quality, one-of-a-kind treasures, but your purchases support the mission of The Open Door. Every dollar spent at Second Glance helps fund essential programs like food pantries and community meals, making a real difference in our local area. 📚 💙

Find out more about the organization`s mission, and everything you can find at Second Glance on our blog! DiscoverGloucester.com / link in bio.

#SecondGlanceThriftStore #TheOpenDoor #ThriftStoreFinds #SupportLocal #DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #GloucesterMA

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Shopping for your next book? Head to Second Glance Thrift Store in Gloucester, MA! Not only can you discover high-quality, one-of-a-kind treasures, but your purchases support the mission of The Open Door. Every dollar spent at Second Glance helps fund essential programs like food pantries and community meals, making a real difference in our local area. 📚 💙

Find out more about the organization`s mission, and everything you can find at Second Glance on our blog! DiscoverGloucester.com / link in bio.

#SecondGlanceThriftStore #TheOpenDoor #ThriftStoreFinds #SupportLocal #DiscoverGloucester #VisitMA #VisitNorthOfBoston #GloucesterMA ...

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Get inspired at the RNN2025 Artist Talk on March 8 & 9 at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck! Meet the artists behind the exhibition, hear their stories, and dive into their creative processes during this free, two-day event.

Featured Artists include:
Saturday, March 8 – Brian Murphy, Kathleen George, Juni Van Dyke, and Beth Delforge
Sunday, March 9 – Karen Watson, Alev Davis, Deborah Quinan, and Patricia Scialo

Art in this post:
"Just a Hunk of Burnin Love" by Deborah Quinan
"Soaring Afghani Girls" by Alev Danis

Learn more at rockyneckartcolony.org or visit the link in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #RockyNeckArtColony #RockyNeck #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthOfBoston #VisitMA #LocalArt #SupportLocal

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Get inspired at the RNN2025 Artist Talk on March 8 & 9 at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck! Meet the artists behind the exhibition, hear their stories, and dive into their creative processes during this free, two-day event.

Featured Artists include:
Saturday, March 8 – Brian Murphy, Kathleen George, Juni Van Dyke, and Beth Delforge
Sunday, March 9 – Karen Watson, Alev Davis, Deborah Quinan, and Patricia Scialo

Art in this post:
"Just a Hunk of Burnin Love" by Deborah Quinan
"Soaring Afghani Girls" by Alev Danis

Learn more at rockyneckartcolony.org or visit the link in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #RockyNeckArtColony #RockyNeck #GloucesterMA #CapeAnn #VisitNorthOfBoston #VisitMA #LocalArt #SupportLocal ...

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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.

Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the tasting and dinner running from 6 to 8:30 PM. From crisp cucumber shrimp salad to stuffed zucchini and tres leches for dessert—each course is expertly matched with a G4 Tequila selection. Plus, one lucky guest will win a bottle of G4!

Tickets are on Eventbrite / in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #Tequila #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #CapeAnn

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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.

Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the tasting and dinner running from 6 to 8:30 PM. From crisp cucumber shrimp salad to stuffed zucchini and tres leches for dessert—each course is expertly matched with a G4 Tequila selection. Plus, one lucky guest will win a bottle of G4!

Tickets are on Eventbrite / in our bio!

#DiscoverGloucester #GloucesterMA #Tequila #VisitNorthofBoston #VisitMA #CapeAnn ...

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