Founded in 2024 by Ali Lipman, Tyler Zucco Bernard, and Mat Petrone, MOON is a non-profit dedicated to increasing access to underground music in Salem, Massachusetts. Our mission centers on creating safe, inclusive spaces for artists and music lovers while actively standing against discrimination of any kind.

Our Venue

Moon Base One is Salem’s only all-ages, sober DIY venue, located in the heart of Artist Row in downtown Salem. We provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere with professional amenities including a full PA system, backline drums, and amps, accommodating 50-70 attendees plus performers.

Core Offerings

Live Music Shows
Artist Booking Services
Community Events
Rising Artist Scholarship Program

Specialty Features

We uniquely combine live music programming with educational and community initiatives.

All-Ages Welcome
Sober Space
Inclusive Environment
Professional Sound Equipment

Live Music Programming

Our venue hosts diverse underground music acts spanning genres from indie and punk to experimental and folk, with shows typically featuring multiple performers per night.

Highlights

Regular All-Ages Shows
Local Artist Focus
Professional Sound System
Inclusive Community Space

Location & Contact

Visit Us

24 New Derby Street

Salem, MA 01970

Connect

Email: admin@moon-ns.org

Website: https://moon-ns.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083388282376

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moon_north_shore

Keywords: all-ages venue Salem, underground music Massachusetts, sober music venue, DIY shows Salem, inclusive arts space

Creating Safe Spaces for Music and Community

MOON is actively against racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and hate in general. We are committed to maintaining safe and welcoming community spaces for everyone.

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