Cape Ann Museum

Cape Ann Museum exhibits maritime artifacts, artistic works, and historical objects related to the Cape Ann region through multiple gallery spaces and exhibition halls.

Founded in 1873 as the Cape Ann Scientific and Literary Association, the museum underwent five expansions between 1936 and 2014 to accommodate its growing collections.

The museum maintains the largest collection of Fitz Henry Lane maritime paintings and preserves artifacts from Gloucester's fishing industry spanning three centuries.

Visitors can explore the museum Tuesday through Saturday from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM with full wheelchair access.

The collection includes the original Thacher Island Fresnel lens and a detailed scale model of Gloucester port from the nineteenth century.

Location: Gloucester

Inception: 1873

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 09:45-17:00; Sunday 13:00-17:00

Website: http://capeannmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 42.61402,-70.66162

Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00