Basic Information

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. The park and its partners preserve and interpret over 600 years of New England's maritime history and global connections.

 

 

Park Hours

	September 25 - October 31
Derby Wharf and Park Grounds Around Historic Structures	Open 24/7
Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center	Daily 10 am - 4 pm
Waite and Peirce Park Store	Daily 10 am - 5 pm
Public Stores and Scale House	Wednesday - Sunday 9 am - 3 pm
Narbonne House	Wednesday 12 noon - 3 pm
Derby House 30-minute tours with park staff (as available) Due to limited tour capacity, reservations available upon arrival	Thursday - Friday 12 noon - 3 pm
Friendship of Salem	Saturday 12 noon - 3 pm
Central Wharf Restrooms	Daily 9 am - 4 pm

 

Physical Address

Directions

Operating Hours & Seasons

Weather

Fees & Passes

Visitor Centers

National Park Service staff, partners and volunteers are available to assist visitors at the Salem Armory Visitor Center and the Waite & Peirce Park Store.

Internet & Cellular Access

Internet & Cellular Access Details