Essex National Heritage Area

Essex National Heritage Area Essex Heritage rallies our community around saving the unique character of Essex County.

09/14/2026

You don't have to wait until the weekend to enjoy everything that Trails & Sails has to offer! 🤩

Find the events here: https://trailsandsails.org/calendar/
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09/11/2026

Can you believe Trails & Sails starts tomorrow? 🤩

All of these FREE events will be happening this weekend... and this is only the beginning! Check out our website to get all the details on registration, times, and location. Happy exploring! 🙌

Find the events here: https://trailsandsails.org/calendar/
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Join us for a morning of networking & regional engagement! The meeting will be held at The Historic New England Center (...
09/11/2026

Join us for a morning of networking & regional engagement! The meeting will be held at The Historic New England Center (143 Essex Street in Haverhill) on Thursday, October 8 from 9:00 - 10:00 am. Attendees are welcome to arrive between 8:30 and 9:00 am for networking and coffee.

The agenda includes updates on Historic New England’s plans for their new center, voting in new Commissioners, special awards, and a kickoff to the 30th Anniversary of Essex Heritage in 2027.

Many thanks to Historic New England for hosting and we hope to see you there!

📆 Date: Thursday, October 8
🕘 Time: 9:00am - 10:00am (coffee and networking at 8:30am)
📍 Location: The Historic New England Center, Haverhill

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6uIargh5X0r-AwFSO12rPXvCRSBMUWk6z67RZEWdEuYZskw/viewform

Trails & Sails starts in just TWO days! ⌛The past few weeks we’ve been highlighting some of the 200+ free events that wi...
09/10/2026

Trails & Sails starts in just TWO days! ⌛

The past few weeks we’ve been highlighting some of the 200+ free events that will take place from September 12 to 27. And in that time, our list has only gotten longer! Check out these new and recently added events and follow along as we give the weekly lineup. 🤩

Explore more here: https://trailsandsails.org/calendar/
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North of Boston Visit Massachusetts

We're pleased to share our newest Trails & Sails companion, now featured in the children's magazine Tidelines! 🌊Tidelin...
09/10/2026

We're pleased to share our newest Trails & Sails companion, now featured in the children's magazine Tidelines! 🌊

Tidelines Magazine's mission is to make the North Shore’s history, heritage, and nature accessible to young children. When the team reached out to Essex Heritage for a collaboration, Trails & Sails seemed like the perfect choice for their summer edition. We hope this game of Bingo can help inspire curiosity in Essex County's littlest residents! 💚💙

Learn more about how to get a copy here: https://tidelinesmagazine.com/

How did post-Revolution maritime conflicts shape early American admiralty law? ⚖Another installation in our “Conflict & ...
09/09/2026

How did post-Revolution maritime conflicts shape early American admiralty law? ⚖

Another installation in our “Conflict & Community: Salem, Essex County, and the American Revolution” lecture series, this FREE event will feature The Honorable William G. Young, Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.

Learn about the establishment of American Admiralty Law in Salem and Boston following the American Revolution, tracing how early 19th-century maritime conflicts in these port cities shaped the development of American jurisprudence. The lecture will examine how disputes over cargo, salvage, and prize cases during the period tested and refined the young nation’s legal system. Judge Young will also discuss the pivotal role played by Judge John Davis in establishing practical precedents for handling these cases — precedents that would go on to influence the broader framework of American admiralty law.

Space is limited, so registration is strongly recommended. Don’t miss it!

Register here: https://essexheritage.org/event/american-admiralty-law-in-salem-and-boston-1800-1840-and-its-legacy/

📆 Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
🕘 Time: 6:30pm to 7:45pm
📍 Location: Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center, Salem

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Grab a copy and come visit Bakers Island Light Station sometime! ⚓️
09/04/2026

Grab a copy and come visit Bakers Island Light Station sometime! ⚓️

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War, Trails & Sails is the perfect opportunity to le...
09/03/2026

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War, Trails & Sails is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the people, places, and stories that shaped our nation. Check out the Rev250 events happening near you this September! 🥁

Explore the Rev250 themed events here: https://trailsandsails.org/rev250/
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Visit Massachusetts North of Boston America250 Revolution250

09/02/2026

We are now just 10 days away from Trails & Sails, and it’s time to get excited about all the adventures that are right around the corner. With 200+ unique events, there's something for everyone! Make sure to share this video with your friends and family so they don’t miss out on any of the fun. 🙌

Find these events and more here: https://trailsandsails.org/calendar/
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Visit Massachusetts North of Boston

09/02/2026

As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Trails & Sails, our nation is also celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War. Learn how your town changed history! 🇺🇸

Explore the Rev250 themed events here: https://trailsandsails.org/rev250/
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