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Cape Ann Attractions

A rocky island north of Boston that was first settled in 1623 by Englishmen looking to establish fishing ports. Perhaps the most famous of the communities on the Cape is Gloucester, which has long been a renowned fishing center.

Surroundings

Gloucester

The inhabitants of this little town on Cape Ann have been since time immemorial fishermen and seamen. This old tradition is commemorated in the bronze statue of the Gloucester Fisherman in the harbour and the museum of the Cape Ann Historical Association. Gloucester is also noted for the artists' colony of Rocks Neck.
Picture - Waves at Bass Rocks, Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Sun glistening off the Atlantic Ocean near Gloucester, Massachusetts.
Picture - Shore of Gloucester, MA.
Picture - The Cliffs of Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Fisherman statue in Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Rocks on the Shore of Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Flags on Gloucester Boulevard in Gloucester, MA.
Picture - The white Eastern Point Lighthouse in Gloucester.

Beauport (Sleeper-McCann House)

Beauport was built by Henry Davis Sleeper in 1907 as a summer home. It was expanded upon for the next 27 years and now features 40 rooms full of curiosities, folk art, china, or colored glass. Henry Davis Sleeper was a collector and interior designer, his collection of American and European art and artifacts are also on display.

Hammond Castle Museum

Hammond Castle Museum is a medieval-style castle that was built between 1926 and 1929 by John Hays Hammond, Jr., an inventor. On display in the building are his personal collection of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts.
Picture - Rear of Hammond Castle in Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Castle door at Hammond Castle in Gloucester, MA.
Picture - Courtyard wall at Hammond Castle, Gloucester.
Picture - Stone wall at Hammond Castle, Gloucester.
Picture - Looking through the arches at the garden of Hammond Castle in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

Ipswich

Ipswich is a popular tourist town, with plenty of cultural and outdoor opportunities for visitors.
Picture - Winter scene in Ipswich, MA.

John Heard House Museum

The John Heard House Museum is a Federal style mansion that was built around 1800. On display are Asian and American furnishings, art, and a collection of carriages and sleighs.

John Whipple House Museum

Built in the mid 1600's by Captain John Whipple, the John Whipple House Museum contains period furnishings and other antique items.

Whale Watching Cruise

Salem Whale Watch Cruises allow visitors to see whales in the wild.

Rockport

The picturesque little fishing town of Rockport on Cape Ann has been the home of many artists. Features of interest are the Sandy Bay Historical Society and Museum, the Old Castle, the James Babson Museum and the Paper House.
Picture - Rockport Harbor.
Picture - Village of Rockport.
Picture - Buoys on historical building in Rockport.
Picture - Historic granite quarry in Rockport, Massachusetts.
Picture - North Tower on Thatcher's Island, Rockport, MA.
Picture - Wildflowers under the North Tower on Thatcher's Island, Rockport.
Picture - Statue of Fisherman Sailor in Rockport, MA.
Picture - Old Lighthouse in Rockport, MA.
Picture - Fishing shack in Bearskin Neck Wharf near Rockport, MA.
Picture - Marina in Rockport, Massachusetts.
Picture - Colorful fishing port in Rockport, MA.
Picture - Fisherman's rope coiled up in Rockport, Massachusetts.
Picture - Lobster traps in Rockport, MA.
Picture - Wooden rowboats in Rockport, MA.
Picture - Colorful kayaks in Harbor of Rockport, MA.
Picture - Boat wheel with boats in the background in Rockport, MA.

Paper House

The Paper House is made of newspaper, as is the furniture on display inside. The house was built in 1922 as a summer home and still stands today!