Free things to do in North Shore, Boston

Peabody Essex Museum

📍 Salem · North Shore

Large art and culture museum in downtown Salem with global collections, historic houses, and Yin Yu Tang (timed ticket included with general admission).

💵 Adults $25; seniors 65+ $23; students with ID $15; youth under 16 free; Salem residents free. Hours typically 10 am–5 pm Mon and Thu–Sun; closed Tue–Wed. Closing noon Sat Nov 7 and reopening noon Sun Nov 8, 2026 for Gala.

🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026