Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park · MA

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the Salem waterfront, as well as a downtown visitor center. Located in the urban setting of Salem, the park preserves and interprets over 600 years of New England's maritime history and global stories.

What you’ll hear

14 places to explore in this park.

  • Colonial Revival Garden
  • Custom House
  • Derby House
  • Derby Light Station
  • Derby Wharf
  • Derby Wharf Beach
  • FRIENDSHIP OF SALEM
  • Hawkes House
  • Narbonne House
  • Pedrick Store House
  • Public Stores
  • St. Joseph Hall
  • The Scale House
  • West India Goods Store

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