Places To Go

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Places

Discover all the places you can go when visiting Salem Maritime National Historical Park - from historic buildings to a replica tall ship!

 

Salem Maritime National Historical Park has two visitor centers located less than a 10 minute walk from one another. Find exhibits, maps, brochures, films, and a traditional park store at the Salem Armory Visitor Center in downtown Salem. The Waite & Peirce Park Store on Derby Street provides a boutique shopping experience to help you find the perfect souvenir.

 
Brick structure with the name of the visitor center
Salem Armory Visitor Center

Start here to view exhibits, watch films, and chat with a park ranger.

two story wooden building with blue sign reading Waite & Peirce
Waite & Peirce Park Store

Get your passport stamped and explore this unique store.

 

Park Hours

All buildings and programs are free

May 28 - September 28 September 29 - October 31

Derby Wharf and Park Grounds
Around Historic Structures

Open 24/7

Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center

 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Waite and Peirce Park Store

 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Central Wharf Restrooms

 Daily
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Closed on Monday
federal holidays)
Public Stores and Scale House Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Weather permitting)
Custom House Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Narbonne House Wednesday - Friday
9:30 AM - 12 Noon		 Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 12 Noon
Derby House
30-minute tours with park staff (as available)		 Saturday - Sunday
9:30 AM - 12 Noon		 Closed
Friendship of Salem Wednesday - Sunday
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Starting July 30

Last updated: August 12, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

160 Derby Street
Salem, MA 01970

Phone:

978-740-1650

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