Salem Maritime National Historic Site

Established on March 17, 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historic Site consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the Salem waterfront, as well as a downtown visitor center. Located in the urban setting of Salem, the park preserves and interprets over 600 years of New England's maritime history and global connections.

Friendship of Salem

Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem

A three mast tall ship on the water under a blue sky with red brick buildings on the shore.

Custom House

This Custom House was built in 1819 and housed offices for the officers of the U.S. Customs Service, as well as an attached warehouse, the Public Stores, used for the storage of bonded and impounded cargo.

Three story red brick building with white columns has a wide staircase and golden eagle on top.

Derby Wharf Light

The Derby Wharf Light Station has aided navigation in Salem Harbor since it was first lit in 1871.

A white rectangular lighthouse approximately 20 feet tall is near the water on a gravel road.

Derby House

Built in 1762 as a wedding present, the Derby House was the home of Elias Hasket Derby (1739-1799) and Elizabeth Crowninshield Derby (1727-1799) for the first twenty years of their marriage.

Three story red brick building with white windows and a brick pathway through grasses and trees.