This Halloween, join Historic Beverly for a double feature of spooky stories and candlelit history! Step into the atmospheric Hale Farm for an evening of Spooky Tales at Hale, followed by a Candlelight Walking Tour of the Ancient Burial Ground. As the sun sets, Hale Farm takes on a different character. Gather for a night of eerie stories, fascinating history, …
Beverly has always been a little wicked. For nearly 400 years, the city has collected stories of witches, ghosts, strange creatures, unexplained sightings, and things that go bump in the North Shore night. Some tales are rooted in the historical record. Others have been passed down through generations, growing a little stranger, and perhaps a little more entertaining, with each …
Beverly has always been a little wicked. For nearly 400 years, the city has collected stories of witches, ghosts, strange creatures, unexplained sightings, and things that go bump in the North Shore night. Some tales are rooted in the historical record. Others have been passed down through generations, growing a little stranger, and perhaps a little more entertaining, with each …
Battle of the Hannah and Nautilus Reenactment Saturday, October 10, 2026 Dane Street Beach Battle Reenactment: 9:00–11:00 AM Step back into Beverly’s Revolutionary past and experience a dramatic reenactment of the 1775 encounter between the Continental schooner Hannah and the British vessel HMS Nautilus. Historic Beverly is proud to partner with Beverly 400+ and other community organizations for this special …
Founders’ Day Open Archives & Research Appointments Celebrate Beverly’s 400th anniversary by exploring the stories, people, and places that have shaped our city. Historic Beverly invites researchers, family historians, and curious community members to take a closer look at our collections and archives. Whether you’re researching a Beverly family, exploring a local property, or simply curious about the history of …
Beverly has always been a little wicked. For nearly 400 years, the city has collected stories of witches, ghosts, strange creatures, unexplained sightings, and things that go bump in the North Shore night. Some tales are rooted in the historical record. Others have been passed down through generations, growing a little stranger, and perhaps a little more entertaining, with each …
Explore the general history of the hill from Nathan Dane to the development of a residential neighborhood in the 1890s, discussing various characters and buildings in-between. This tour will focus on the Nichols Field area of the hill (encompassing Pickett, McKinley, Columbus, Harrison, and Pierce) as well as Prospect Street. 1/2 mile After the tour stop by Beverly’s Powder House …
Three-Night Paranormal Investigation Series with Ghost Hunters’ Own Shari DeBenedetti Step inside Historic Beverly’s most fascinating historic homes after dark for an unforgettable weekend of paranormal exploration with Ghost Hunters’ own Shari DeBenedetti. Join one of television’s most respected paranormal investigators as she leads guests through three of Beverly’s most significant historic properties. Each evening begins with a brief history …
Three-Night Paranormal Investigation Series with Ghost Hunters’ Own Shari DeBenedetti Step inside Historic Beverly’s most fascinating historic homes after dark for an unforgettable weekend of paranormal exploration with Ghost Hunters’ own Shari DeBenedetti. Join one of television’s most respected paranormal investigators as she leads guests through three of Beverly’s most significant historic properties. Each evening begins with a brief history …
Three-Night Paranormal Investigation Series with Ghost Hunters’ Own Shari DeBenedetti Step inside Historic Beverly’s most fascinating historic homes after dark for an unforgettable weekend of paranormal exploration with Ghost Hunters’ own Shari DeBenedetti. Join one of television’s most respected paranormal investigators as she leads guests through three of Beverly’s most significant historic properties. Each evening begins with a brief history …
