A clock tower is the landmark for Abbot Hall, where visitors can see the 1684 deed recording the purchase of the peninsula from the Indians and the original "Spirit of '76", painted in 1876 by Archibald M. Willard. This famous painting of the drummer, drummer boy and the fife player symbolize the period of the American Revolution. Abbot Hall also shares its space with the town offices and the Historical Commission
Location:
Abbot Hall, Marblehead Massachusetts 01945
Telephone
781-631-0000
Other History nearby:
(Marblehead) Abbot Hall
(Weymouth) Abigail Adams Birthplace
(Boston) African Meeting House
(North Salem) America's Stonehenge
(Salem) America's Stonehenge
(Exeter) American Independence Museum
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04/19 Coming to The Marblehead area
Hebron Maple Festival Hebron CT March16-17 Each year thousands of people come from miles around to enjoy and experience the weekend of maple related events.
Taste of the Valley Plymouth NH March21 Experience all of your favorite local flavors. Several restaurants from the region will be there hoping to win your vote in the "Best in Show" competition.
Seacoast Home and Garden Show Durham NH March23-24 The 19th annual show features more than 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home.
7th Annual Great International Spring Beer Festival Providence RI April20 Your Beer Festival Admission Ticket will allow you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 250 brewers, live music, food and MUCH MORE at the Rhode Island Convention Center.
New England Folk Festival Mansfield MA April19-21 A fabulous blend of dance, music, crafts, and food from many lands.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
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