Join Backyard Growers for the 11th annual GrowDown, hosted at Oak to Ember! Proceeds from this fundraiser support Backyard Growers’ work creating equitable access to the resources, space & skills people need to grow their own food in our community and beyond. Don’t miss out on: 😋 farm-fresh, buffet-style dinner & drinks prepared by Oak […]
From John Hays Hammond Jr.’s attempts to communicate with supernatural entities using a Faraday Cage to Irene Fenton Hammond’s extensive astrological writings under a mysterious pen name, this 55-minute, fully-guided specialty tour sets the stage for a fun and informative seasonal experience unlike any other. The dramatic, Gothic-inspired architecture of the Museum and the twilight […]
Calling all artists! Don’t miss your chance to participate in the 2026 Sawyer Free Library Art Auction, benefiting the Sawyer Free Library Building Restoration Campaign. Artists may submit up to two works for consideration. Artwork should be priced as it would be for any sale, with a maximum framed size of 18" x 22" and […]
“Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965), Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974), and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester, Massachusetts, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the […]
Over the course of three days, 9/11-9/13, a variety of talks, walks, and other activities will explore the downtown neighborhood around Gloucester City Hall which has been the cultural, educational, and civic center of the city since the 1800s. Learn about the past and present of the major institutions of the area, including the Library […]
What can a house tell us about the people who lived there? Step inside the Capt. Elias Davis House and discover how architecture, craftsmanship, and everyday objects reveal the lives of one Gloucester family and the changing history of Cape Ann. This docent-led experience invites visitors to look closely at the details that transform a […]
Dive into the remarkable life and art of Nell Blaine, an artist whose journey transcends the boundaries of abstraction and figuration, illuminating the vibrancy of the world around us. From the bustling streets of New York City to the serene banks of the Seine in Paris and the colorful landscapes of Mexico and Gloucester Harbor, […]
Join us on the water during the Centennial Season of Schooner Adventure! Now celebrating 100 years, Adventure invites you to experience Gloucester Harbor from the deck of a true National Historic Landmark. Built in 1926 and lovingly preserved by generations of supporters, Adventure remains one of the last surviving Grand Banks dory fishing schooners in […]
Sound Healing in the Salt Cave @ Revive Wellness 232 Main St Gloucester MA 9/11/26 6pm-7pm Sound healing helps realign the body’s natural frequencies, promoting deep relaxation, emotional release, and energetic harmony. Join us for a deeply restorative experience as Laura Degelmann from Soul-full Notes Sound Healing fills the cave with soothing vibrations and healing […]
Bits of the Acropolis's rich history will be brought to life by talented readers presenting newspaper excerpts about the fascinating development of the Acropolis's main institutions - from 1848 through more recent times. Learn about the City Hall phoenix, the construction of the Dale Avenue high school, the origins of the Cape Ann Museum and […]
18+, Positive I.D. Required "A Band Of Brothers" isn't just an Allman Brothers tribute band; they're a powerhouse, uniting the top-tier talent of the East Coast. The brainchild of ace Boston guitarists Ryan Taylor and Johnny Trama, this collective, more than a mere homage, harness the Allman Brothers tradition as a vehicle to bring a […]
“Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965), Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974), and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester, Massachusetts, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the […]
