Museums and Recreation in Essex Massachusetts



	Essex has nearly four hundred years of history to explore from its first period houses to the collections of photos and artifacts at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum from the days when Essex "ruled the seas" with wooden, two masted schooners. One of America's finest folk art collections graces the rooms of Cogswell's Grant just a half mile outside the Village Center. Have some fun and adventure kayaking the Essex River and the Great Marsh. Get some exercise with a round of golf.		If you want someone else to do all the work, take a ride on the Essex River Queen and sit back with food and beverage and listen to your guided tour as the fresh, salt air breezes by. A sunset cruise will light up your soul. Spend a day leisurely walking the spectacular open spaces at the Cox Reservation, Stavros Reservation, Cogswell's Grant and the Manchester Essex Woods. Every season changes the landscape.






				If you love antiques, Cogswell’s Grant should be on your itinerary. This 18th century farmhouse overlooking the Essex River was the summer home of collectors Bertram and Nina Fletcher Little, and is now a museum which houses their celebrated collection of American folk art. Fri. - Sun., September 24 - 26, 2010 Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions of Austria Three 90-minute shows demonstrate the famed Lipizzan maneuvers of equine grace and strength. For more info, call 978-768-3632. Sat., October 16, 2010, 11 am – 4 pm Pumpkin Festival Hay wagon rides, pumpkin carving/decorating, pie eating contests, cider pressing, crafts/games. $6 adults; $4 children; HNE members FREE. www.HistoricNewEngland.org/visit/ homes/cogswell.htm
	Cogswell's Grant 60 Spring Street Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-3632 Fax 978-768-6274

	June 1 - October 15 (Closed July 4th) Wed. - Sun. 11 am - 4 pm Tours on the hour






				Essex Marina is a family owned and operated full service marina. Run by the Lufkin family since 1979, Essex Marina repairs and sells Lund boats, Mercury engines and Load Rite Trailers. Essex Marina is available to rent for functions in the summer and early fall. A spacious lawn and beautiful gardens overlooking the Essex River are perfect for your next gathering or celebration. Our rate is $20.00 per person. We will work with you every step of the way to arrange catering, entertainment, tent rental, etc. Please see our more extensive Essex Marina website for photos of past events and our gorgeous waterfront venue. www.EssexMarina.net
	Essex Marina 35 Dodge Street Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-6833 Fax 978-768-4534 George and Sue Lufkin, Owners

	7 days a week 8 am - 6 pm






				We are an experienced outfitter providing a variety of guided sea kayak tours for all levels of ability. We explore the protected waters of the Basin and the coastal North Shore. The tranquil basin offers great diversity with miles of estuaries, inland islands, wildlife, beaches and dunes. Enjoy a swim or discover an osprey, heron or egret in it's natural habitat. End of Season Sale • Starts Sunday August 15th • 35-40% off Used Wilderness Systems Fleet Kayaks • 20% off New In-Stock Perception and Wilderness Systems Kayaks • 12% off New Eddyline Kayaks • 10% off New Kayak Equipment and Gear www.ERBA.com
	Essex River Basin Adventures ERBA 1 Main Street (Rt. 133) P.O. Box 270 Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-ERBA (3722) Richard "Ozzie" Osborn and Sandy Osborn Owners

	Open daily May - September and December 18 - 24th 10 am - 5 pm






				Enjoy a narrated cruise past estates, salt marsh farms and historic shipyard sites. See lobstering, clamming, and fishing. Discover barrier beaches, sand dunes, winding rivers, and wildlife. Charters for clambakes, company outings and celebrations. Special cruises include coffee and muffin, brew tasting, and late afternoon and evening cocktail. Two Father’s Day Cruises: June 20, 2010 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Acknowledge Dad: Cruise by Choate Island and along the protected side of Crane Beach (filming sites of “The Thomas Crown Affair”, “The Witches of Eastwick” and “The Crucible”). Complimentary coffee, muffins, and juice. Adults $28, Children $12, Kids 3 and under FREE 1:30 - 3 pm Coffee and Cookies Cruise Adults $27, Children $12, Kids 3 and under FREE www.EssexCruises.com

	Essex River Cruises & Charters 35 Dodge Street Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-6981 or 800-748-3706 Cliff Amero, Owner

	7 days a week: 8 am - 7 pm





				Essex County Greenbelt Association Welcome to the Cox Reservation, home of Essex County Greenbelt, a nonprofit land trust that has conserved over 13,000 acres of the region’s outstanding natural landscape. Stop by our headquarters for a tour of our “green” building; ask our friendly staff about upcoming events, or just enjoy a walk along gentle trails that lead you past fields and marshlands of this spectacular property. www.ecga.org
	• Cox Reservation • Essex County Greenbelt Association 82 Eastern Ave. (Rt. 133) Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-7241 Fax 978-768-3286 Edward Becker Executive Director

	Cox Reservation is open to the public year-round, free of charge





				Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum The Essex Shipbuilding Museum tells the extraordinary story of a small New England village that built more two-masted wooden fishing schooners than any other place in the world. Shipbuilding in Essex began before 1668. By 1849 as many as 15 shipyards were producing over 50 vessels a year. By 1937 more than 4,000 wooden vessels had been launched from the banks of the Essex River. www.EssexShipbuildingMuseum.org
	Photo by Len Burgess
	Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Musem P.O. Box 277 66 Main Street (Rt. 133) Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-7541 Fax 978-768-2541

	May Sat. and Sun. 10 am - 5 pm Closed Mon. - Fri. Memorial Day through Columbus Day Wed. - Sun. 10 am - 5 pm Closed Mon. and Tues.





				Wise Marine Wise Marine provides winter boat storage, summer shore berths; boat building, repair and restoration; custom outfitting and boat sales. One mile from Essex Village, on Route 133 towards Ipswich, we are convenient and un-crowded: a great starting point for your adventures. Let us help you carry out your boating dreams. About this boat: www.WiseMarine.com
	Wise Marine 66 John Wise Ave. (Rt. 133) P.O. Box 1025 Essex, Massachusetts 01929 Tel 978-768-0161

	8 am - 5 pm




	Coastal Visits Specialized Tours and Charters 121 Easterm Ave. (Rt. 133) 2nd Floor Essex, MA 01929 Tel 978-768-7199 or 1-866-594-TOUR Fax 978-768-7199 Ann and Bob Marquis, Owners			Coastal Visits Specialized Tours and Charters Coastal Visits Specialized Tours and Charters, provides small to medium sized groups narrated tours of the Cape Ann area. Other services include airport pickup/departure, wedding shuttles etc. on our intimate bus. We work with local inns and attractions to offer customized transportation for your every need. www.CoastalVisits.com

	9 - 5 daily or by appointment




	Sea Fly Charters 31 Martin Street (Route 22) Essex, MA 01929 Tel 978-768-6805 Cel 978-335-5125 Captain Barry Richards			Sea Fly Charters Specializing in Fly Fishing and Light Tackle The Essex River area has earned the reputation as one of the premier fishing destinations for striped bass on the entire eastern seaboard. Captain Barry will guide you through the unspoiled backwaters of the Essex and Ipswich Estuaries and along the scenic Atlantic Coastline in pursuit of striped bass and blue fish. www.SeaFlyCharters.com

	Please call to schedule a charter