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.

 
Several multi-story brick and wood-sided buildings line a waterfront reflected in the water.
Current Conditions

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A man and woman stand with their dog in front of Salem Maritime's wharf.
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Park Hours

Park Hours

All buildings and programs are free

November 1 - May 23 May 24 - September 28

Derby Wharf and Park Grounds
Around Historic Structures

Open 24/7

Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center

 Wednesday - Sunday
10 AM - 4 PM		 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Closed May 26-27)

Waite and Peirce Park Store

Daily
10 AM - 5 PM

 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Central Wharf Restrooms

Daily
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
(Closed on federal holidays)

 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Closed on Monday
federal holidays)
Public Stores and Scale House Wednesday - Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Weather Permitting		 Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Weather Permitting
Custom House Closed for the season Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Narbonne House Wednesday - Friday
9:30 AM - 12 Noon
Derby House
30-minute tours with park staff (as available)
Reservations available upon arrival		 Saturday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 12 Noon
Friendship of Salem Returning July 2025
(Additional information on
public hours coming soon)
 

Last updated: May 13, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

160 Derby Street
Salem, MA 01970

Phone:

978-740-1650

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