Your Gateway to Maritime History in the Merrimack Valley.
Discover the abundant and interesting maritime heritage of Newburyport, MA (the eastern seacoast’s first major commercial port) and the Merrimack River Valley. See our unique collection of maritime art, model clipper ships, displays of famous shipwrecks, the history of the Coast Guard, and more.
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What’s Happening
Schooner Model Boat Exhibit
June 19, 2008 – August 31, 2008
"Oh how she scoons over the water!"See why schooners became the vessel of choice for 18th and 19th century captains... Learn More »
Hours
Thursday – Saturday
11 am to 4 pm
Sunday
12 noon to 4 pm
Admission
Adults
$7.00
Seniors & Students
$5.00
Free admission for active military members and children under 12.
Address
25 Water St.
Newburyport, MA 01950
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For additional information, learn more about us or call us at 978-462-8681.
Our mission is to protect, preserve and interpret the maritime heritage of the lower Merrimack Valley region and how it relates to American history.
Stop by our Visitors Center funded in part by a grant from the Essex National Heritage Commission.
Website design and development by iMarc LLC
Some photography provided by Greg Nikas
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