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On February 21, the museum will open at 1 pm for general admission.

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Plan your visit Tickets, hours, parking, dining and FAQs.
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Tours Guided, self-guided and audio-guided options.
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Museum Hours

The museum is open Thursdays through Mondays, 10 am–5 pm.

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Art

Art

Exhibitions Exciting new shows on view.
Galleries Ongoing installations showcasing PEM’s collection.
The PEM Collection Explore highlighted works from across time and place.
Yin Yu Tang: A Chinese Home Learn about a rare 200-year-old Chinese house in Salem.
The PEM Prize Awarded to artists exploring civic engagement.

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Our collection

Investigate PEM’s varied collection areas and see works currently on view.

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Events

Learn

Learn

Learning & Community Engagement See what PEM is doing in our community and beyond.
The Dotty Brown Art & Nature Center Art making & nature-inspired activities for all ages.
Salem 400+ Celebrate our storied history throughout 2026.
Blog & PEMcast Did you know we have a podcast? Tune in!
The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 Learn about Salem’s most infamous historic event.
Virtual Tours Explore our galleries from your home or classroom.

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Behind the scenes at PEM

Read stories from curators, artists and more on our Connected blog, or find conversations on the PEMcast, the museum’s official podcast.

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Campus

Campus

Historic Houses Learn about our collection of homes spanning four centuries.
Gardens Explore our arboretum and green spaces.
Phillips Library Open to the public in Rowley, MA.
The James B. and Mary Lou Hawkes Collection Center We conserve and care for 850,000+ works in Rowley, MA.
Event Rentals Book your wedding or corporate party!

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Book PEM for your next event

The museum is the perfect setting for a wedding party or your next corporate event.

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About

About

About PEM Our mission, values, curators, leadership and history.
PEM Forward Learn about the museum’s strategic plan.
Jobs & Opportunities Love PEM? Come work or volunteer at the museum.
PEM Initiatives Museum research and work that goes beyond exhibitions.
Press & News See the latest news and information about PEM.
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We're hiring!

Have you dreamed about working in a museum? View open positions and internships today.

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Join & Give

Join & Give

Membership Browse levels and exclusive benefits for PEM members.
Support PEM Interested in supporting PEM’s mission? Learn how.
East India Marine Associates Support PEM through our highest levels of membership.
GenPEM Meet fellow art lovers in our young patrons’ program.
Corporate Support Learn how your business can support a nonprofit.
Gift Membership Give the gift of free PEM admission to a loved one.
PEM Gala Join the party at our dazzling annual fundraiser.

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Become a member

A visit to PEM is an experience like no other — one that will leave you coming back for more. Bring family or friends on your next visit.

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Shop

Shop

Museum Shop Our main store located inside the museum.
Marine Hall Mercantile Needful things from near and far at 177 Essex Street.

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Holiday shopping made easy

Shop a variety of curated picks featured in our two new digital holiday catalogs for the main Museum Shop and Marine Hall Mercantile!

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The museum is open Thursdays through Mondays 10 am–5 pm.

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Browse our recent press releases and media alerts below to learn more about PEM's special exhibitions, news coverage, events and more.

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Peabody Essex Museum

East India Square,

161 Essex Street,

Salem, MA 01970

Phillips Library - Hours

306 Newburyport Turnpike,
Rowley, MA 01969

Museum Hours

Monday

10 am–5 pm

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

10 am–5 pm

Friday

10 am–5 pm

Saturday

10 am–5 pm

Sunday

10 am–5 pm

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

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