Salem in Essex County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Peabody Museum of Salem
Has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935
This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the United States
Erected 1966 by U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Landmarks. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.
Location. 42° 31.305′ N, 70° 53.572′ W. Marker is in Salem, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Marker is on Essex Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 158 Essex St, Salem MA 01970, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. East India Marine Hall (a few steps from this marker); Salem - Ota's 30th Sister City Anniversary (within shouting distance of this marker); Central Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Essex Coastal Scenic Byway / Salem (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The London Coffee House (about 300 feet away); Essex County Armed Services Memorial (about 300 feet away); Yin Yu Tang A Chinese Home (about 300 feet away); The Burying Point (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Salem.
Also see . . .
1. Peabody Essex Museum History. (Submitted on July 21, 2015, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.)
2. Peabody Museum of Salem - Wikipedia. (Submitted on July 21, 2015, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 22, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 20, 2015, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 314 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 20, 2015, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.