Salem Maritime National Park Events

Thursday June 11 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Salem Armory NPS Visitor Center (2 New Liberty Street, Salem MA)

"'The Spirit of Privateering Prevails Here': Essex County's Revolutionary War at Sea" Lecture

Join Dr. Emily Murphy as she discusses Essex County’s Revolutionary War at SeaWe all learn about the land battles that began the American Revolution but less is known about the merchants and mariners who risked their livelihoods and lives to take the battle to the Briti......More

Salem Armory NPS Visitor Center (2 New Liberty Street, Salem MA)

Saturday July 4 5:30pm - 10:00pm EDT

Salem Maritime National Historical Park (160 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970)

Salem Celebrates the 4th!

Bring your beach blankets and folding chairs to enjoy live orchestra music on Derby Wharf at the Salem Maritime National Historical Park for a grand celebration of our nation’s 250th Independence Day. Featuring live music, family fun, and fireworks launched over Salem H......More

Salem Maritime National Historical Park (160 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970)

Wednesday August 12 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Salem Armory NPS Visitor Center (2 New Liberty Street, Salem MA)

"The Plight of Loyalists on the Eve of Independence" Lecture

Alexander Cain examines the untold stories of American Loyalist families driven from their homes, exiled, and forgotten by history.This lecture, presented by historian Alexander Cain, examines the often-overlooked experiences of American Loyalists from New England, including those from Essex County, during the Revolutionary War. It examines how unwavering loyalty to the Crown led to the loss of homes, freedom, and security for numerous families. Drawing on original petitions and firsthand accounts, the presentation traces the harrowing flight of Loyalists from so-called "patriot" mobs and Committees of Safety. The discussion further explores the severe hardships endured by Loyalist families, including those from Salem, who sought refuge with the British army, facing starvation, violations of civil liberties, and exile. The lecture also highlights the resilience that enabled these individuals to persevere in the face of such adversity.Alexander Cain, JD, has authored numerous research articles and presentations on the American Revolution, including the Battles of Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill, the Siege of Boston, and the experiences of New England and New York loyalist refugees during the Burgoyne Campaign. In addition, he has published two books: We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution and I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War: The Loyalists of McAlpin’s Corps of American Volunteers. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast Historical Nerdery. Currently, he is in the process of writing his upcoming book, “For God’s Sake Fire!” - The Massachusetts Militia System on the Eve of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which is anticipated to be released in 2027.Alex is the Executive Director of Apprenticeship Pathways at North Shore Community College. He resides in Massachusetts with his wife, Paula, and they have two adult children, John and Abigail. The fact that they are named after John and Abigail Adams is purely a coincidence.

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"'The Spirit of Privateering Prevails Here': Essex County's Revolutionary War at Sea" Lecture

Salem Celebrates the 4th!

"The Plight of Loyalists on the Eve of Independence" Lecture

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"'The Spirit of Privateering Prevails Here': Essex County's Revolutionary War at Sea" Lecture

Salem Celebrates the 4th!

"The Plight of Loyalists on the Eve of Independence" Lecture

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Pelham Jewish Center

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