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The Insider’s Guide to
Culture North of Boston

As the birthplace of artistic luminaries and home to historic events that shaped the nation, the North of Boston region has something for every culturally curious visitor. Walk in the footsteps of renowned American artists, authors, and architects and experience the spectacular natural vistas, bustling seaports, and hospitable small towns that have given the region its unique spirit for centuries.

Escapes North is a cultural tourism program led by the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Peabody Essex Museum, with support from the Massachusetts Cultural Council

Upcoming Events

17th Century Saturdays
June 5, 2010 - October 2, 2010

Summer Concert Season @ Maudslay Arts Center
July 3, 2010 - August 28, 2010

28th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Festival
August 28, 2010 - August 29, 2010

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