- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Massachusetts, features the top 496 nearby activities — including 221 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
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Founded in 1984, The Revolving Museum originally moved from location to location before settling in at the Lowell Gas & Light building 18 years later. The museum hosts art shows and displays exhibits from local artists.
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321 Arsenal Street, Arsenal Center for the Arts, Watertown, MA 2472
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Professional theater company, the New Repertory Theater hosts plays and various artful events. The real-life actors present stage theater that is visually impressive and play goers can select from both beverages and snacks with cash prior to each performance
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321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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A multipurpose arts and cultural facility, the Arsenal Center for the Arts spans more than 30,000 square feet. The center hosts an array of musical and theatrical performances, and offers classes and workshops.
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At The Luna Theater, visitors can attend screenings of a variety of independent, foreign, and art films. The seats feature a small table for eating snacks and setting down refreshments.
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Founded in 1983, the Watertown Children's Theatre is a non-profit organization with the goal of being a cultural and educational resource for the community. The company produces plays such as 'Annie Jr.' and 'Seussical'.
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Kerouac Park is a local monument park erected in the memory of the famous Beat generation author, Jack Kerouac, and features multiple commemorative granite plaques with excerpts from Kerouac's works etched on them.
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Art enthusiasts should not miss a chance to visit the Whistler House Museum of Art in Lowell, Massachusetts. Dedicated to the life and work of American artist James M. Whistler, the museum has one of the largest collections of his work held in any art museum.
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Named after former U.S. Senator Paul Tsongas, Tsongas Arena is a venue that is host to numerous sporting events and concerts throughout the year. The arena can hold 7,800 individuals during concerts and 6,500 for sporting events, such as hockey.
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246 Market Street, Lowell, MA 01852
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The Lowell National Hisorical Park Visitor Center is a visitor’s center that provides information on the Lowell National Historical Park. The center offers hands-on interactive educational programs for children.
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The Driscoll School Playground allows kids to play on its fields and playground equipment. The playground has a softball field, a basketball court, tennis courts, a sandbox, and play equipment.