Salem Maritime National Historic Site

Friendship of Salem

Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site F012

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. Located in the urban setting of Salem, the park preserves and interprets over 600 years of New England's maritime history and global connections.

Custom House

This Custom House was built in 1819 and housed offices for the officers of the U.S. Customs Service, as well as an attached warehouse, the Public Stores, used for the storage of bonded and impounded cargo.

Derby Wharf Light

The Derby Wharf Light Station has aided navigation in Salem Harbor since it was first lit in 1871.

Derby House

Built in 1762 as a wedding present, the Derby House was the home of Elias Hasket Derby (1739-1799) and Elizabeth Crowninshield Derby (1727-1799) for the first twenty years of their marriage.

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site F012 Parking Area

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site F012

Campers are provided with a picnic table and a fire pit.

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Salem Maritime National Historic Site is located in downtown Salem, Massachusetts and is accessible by vehicle, commuter rail, bus, ferry, and recreational boat.

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Salem Armory Visitor Center

In the Salem Armory Visitor Center, National Park Service staff and volunteers provide information on historic sites and other places of interest throughout the Essex National Heritage Area. Visitors can learn more about the history of Essex County from the exhibits and free orientation film available inside. Books and gifts are available for purchase in the Salem Maritime National Historic Site Park Store.

Waite & Peirce Visitor Center

Waite & Peirce offers a curated selection of quality products that will help extend your park experience with maritime themed goods that hearken back to Salem's place in the history of global trade. Explore the exclusive line of Waite & Peirce apparel, jewelry, home goods, historical reproductions, collectibles, toys and gifts.

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