Salem

Peabody Essex Museum celebrates the world of wool and the products that are created from this raw material in a weekend-long festival! There have been many uses for wool throughout history and across cultures dating back as far as 6000 B.C.E. Wool is made from the hair or fleece of certain animals such as sheep, goats, llamas - and even rabbits! Come explore where wool comes from as part of PEM's ongoing Art Materials and Creative Experience program.

Come to Peabody Essex Museum and stop by for an interactive reading of The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore , followed by a showing of a short animated film based on the story. Afterwards, kids will learn how to create an animated flip book by making their own to take home!

Salem Film Fest kicks off with 5-Minute High School Documentary Contest awards presentation on Thursday, March 7, 7:00 PM at Cinema Salem. Entering its fifth year, the high school competition is a fun way to celebrate the innovation and skill of aspiring filmmakers currently enrolled in 9th—12th grade at a Massachusetts high school.

Hawthorne Hotel invites children to their Grand Ballroom for Tea, Music and Photos with the “Hawthorne Hotel” Princess. Hats, White Gloves and Pink Attire are Optional and Always in Good Taste. You won't want to miss this fun, family-oriented afternoon!

Looking for stuff to do during February Vacation on the North Shore? Peabody Essex Museum has a fabulous line-up of fun activities, performances and films for kids and families celebrating the many different ways that people play around the world all week long! Make a marble, see the amazing things you can do with just a yo yo, play a game of giant Jenga, solve abstract magnetized puzzles and and explore the museum to find even more experiences that will keep minds engaged and hands busy during school break!

Don't miss Salem's sweetest event of the year. Attend the 11th annual Salem’s So Sweet, Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival. A decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures and Valentine’s Day shopping.

The blizzard caused organizers to reschedule Salem So Sweet for the weekend following Valentine's Day.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year (aka Chinese New Year) with the entire family at PEM as you welcome the Year of the Snake. Join the festive mood in the Atrium — watch dance performances, create your own festive door god or mini dragon, hear some stories, experience traditional dance and performances, and take a family tour!