A black-and-white event flyer for the Prospect Hill Walking Tour in Beverly on Thursday, September 17th at 4:00 PM, featuring historic home photos, a small map, and event details about local history and landmarks.

Prospect Hill Walking Tour

Creative Collective Team

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 …

A lively collage of lighthouses, historic sites, waterfronts, creative Salisbury art, blooming gardens, and locals gathering in Essex County.

Unique Treasures & Secret Shores: Essex’s Rare Adventure Collection

16 Days of Extraordinary Discovery, 24 Years of Celebration Uncover one-of-a-kind treasures in your own region during Trails & Sails, an exclusive collection of complimentary experiences curated by Essex National Heritage Area. Journey through exceptional adventures on land and water, explore singular historic properties, and immerse yourself in distinctive cultural encounters. Discover what makes Essex County an irreplaceable destination unlike …

A lively collage celebrates Essex County—historic landmarks, creative artisans, community dances, and kids exploring the aquarium.

Essex County is for Everyone: Accessible Heritage Adventures

Get Ready for 16 Days of Inclusive Exploration Experience extraordinary places in your own backyard during Trails & Sails, a free event series brought to you by Essex National Heritage Area designed to welcome everyone. Be guided through accessible experiences on land and sea, explore historic properties with accommodating features, and take part in cultural activities that celebrate and empower …

A circular fountain with water spraying upward is in the foreground. A path leads from the fountain to a large house with multiple windows, offering unique architectural experiences, flanked by tall hedges and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

8 architectural experiences to feast your eyes on during Trails and Sails

Are you an architecture appreciator (who is fascinated by facades and bolstered by buttresses) ready to stretch your legs and crane your neck this fall north of Boston? Lucky for you, the annual Trails and Sails is hosting a series of architectural happenings with you in mind. What is Trails and Sails? Trails and Sails runs from Friday Sept. 17 …