Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park · MA
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.
Park report
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesOngoing Phone Line Issues - Please Use 978-778-4789
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available9 activities
Park Name
InfoSalem Maritime National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoMA
Phone
Info978-740-1650
SAMA_Information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoAll outdoor spaces including the grounds, gardens, waterfront, and wharves are accessible 7 days a week. Please check the Visitor Center hours to learn more about which facilities are open.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Salem Armory
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Visitor Center: Waite & Peirce
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Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, American Revolution + 20 more
Weather Info
InfoNew England weather is unpredictable year-round. Monthly averages, in degrees Fahrenheit, are: January: 37 high, 20 low February: 40 high, 23 low March: 47 high, 30 low April: 57 high, 38 low May: 67
Getting There
InfoSalem Maritime National Historical Park is located in downtown Salem, Massachusetts and is accessible by vehicle, commuter rail, bus, ferry, and recreational boat.
Location
Info42.5202° N, -70.8864° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website