Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem
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.
Map showing location of park.
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