Salem Maritime National Historic Site

Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem
Established on March 17, 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historic Site 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 connections.
Map showing location of park.
A living history volunteer portrays a British soldier at the encampment. This is a light infantry officer from the 4th or King's Own Regiment of Foot.
NPS and Reenactors to Commemorate 250th Anniversary of British Encampment at Salem Maritime National Historic Site
In June 1774, General Thomas Gage and company arrived in Salem – and America would never be the same. Next month, Salem Maritime National Historic Site will commemorate the 250th anniversary of Gage’s arrival, with a weekend encampment reenactment on Derby Wharf featuring living history volunteers as British soldiers and Salem-area civilians.
Wharf Stabilization and Repair Project Public Meeting
Salem Maritime National Historic Site will be hosting a public meeting to provide information and answer questions about an upcoming wharf stabilization and repair project. The meeting will be held on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., at Saint Joseph's Hall (160 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970).
A three mast tall ship on the water under a blue sky with red brick buildings on the shore.
Photo by NPS Photo / Robert Grant
Three story red brick building with white columns has a wide staircase and golden eagle on top.
Photo by NPS Photo
A white rectangular lighthouse approximately 20 feet tall is near the water on a gravel road.
Photo by NPS Photo
Three story red brick building with white windows and a brick pathway through grasses and trees.
Photo by NPS Photo