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.
A tug boat helps navigate a large wooden ship in a harbor
FRIENDSHIP OF SALEM Temporary Move to Shipyard
Friendship of Salem is entering the final stage of a major repair project that began in the winter of 2022. The ship will be temporarily moved to a local shipyard. Learn about the ongoing work during an open house on November 6.
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
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