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Historic Homes & Buildings

Abbot Hall
188 Washington Street • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-631-0000
This historic Victorian town hall offers, besides its wonderful and striking architecture, a landmark clock tower, the 1648 deed for the purchase of the peninsula from the Native Americans, and the original copy of the famous painting “Spirit of ‘76” painted at the time of the Centennial, 1876, by Archibald M. Willard. map
Jeremiah Lee Mansion (circa 1768)
161 Washington Street • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-631-1768
This wonderful Georgian House that dates to 1768 was the home of an enterprising and successful ship owner and patriot who was involved in funding the American Revolution against Britain; the interior features intricate carvings and original English wallpaper, as well as period paintings, artifacts and furnishings. map
King Hooper Mansion
8 Hooper Street • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-631-2608
This Eighteenth Century house, with gardens, features art exhibits by the Marblehead Arts Association, and is named in remembrance of William Hooper, a native who was a signer of the Declaration of Independence and matriculated at Harvard University. Originally built in 1728, and expanded upon in 1747, the architecture is wonderful, and the house contains a wine cellar and a ballroom. more... map

Fort Sewall
Front Street, Route 114 • Marblehead, MA 01945
This historic, waterfront fort affords wonderful panoramic views of Marblehead Harbour, as well as features of historic interest in the fort itself, such as the dungeons and the surrounding sea shanties, and many other features that are of historical and architectural interest; the fort is known for, among other things, its protection and lending of safe harbour to the historic ship The USS Constitution, or “Old Iron Sides,” when it was threatened by two British ships.

J.O.J. Frost Folk Art Gallery
170 Washington Street • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-631-1768
This art museum specializes in folk art, especially paintings that capture and depict the rich maritime history that abounds in Marblehead. map

Atlantic Charters
13 Drumlin Road • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-639-0055
Atlantic Charters features sailing charters, sailboat rentals, sailing lessons and more; whether one is a novice or an experienced sailor, there are charters and experiences to meet all experience levels and needs; private parties, corporate events, team building excursions, and romantic cruises are also available. more... map
Charterboat Mary E.
42 Atlantic Avenue • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-639-4012
This charter boat offers the chance to tour the historic, commercial and yachting ports of Marblehead, as well as offering tours to the Salem Islands, area lighthouses, and along the area coastline; sunrise breakfast, picnic lunch, and cocktail and dinner cruises are offered. map
Emma Rose Sailing Charters
13 Drumlin Road • Marblehead, MA 01945
781-367-7354
Sail aboard the "Emma Rose" and enjoy the Gold Coast of Boston's North Shore. You can sit back and enjoy or you can learn to sail with all "hands on" instruction. more... map