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 painted portrait of a man with white hair, a white collar, and black coat.
National Park Service Event to Explore Salem’s Efforts to Spread News of Rebellion 250 Years Ago
Salem Maritime National Historic Site is telling the story of a key but lesser-known voyage across the Atlantic Ocean 250 years ago to deliver news of rebellion in Massachusetts with a free event on Monday, April 22.
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