Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum
Welcome. Housed in the 1823 Abigail Hooper Trask House, the Museum invites you to experience Manchester-by-the-Sea’s fascinating past through restored period rooms, paintings and sculptures by master artists, collections from the town's furniture era and maritime history, educational programs, speakers, and exhibits.
Hours: Wednesday through Friday, 10 AM to 3 PM; Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM.
We Want Your Revolutionary Art!
July 2 - September 18
Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum
As we celebrate America 250, our reinvigorated summer exhibit will feature a new project re-creating the Forster Flag and contemporary art interpreting Manchester in the Revolution — with your help. The museum seeks creative interpretations of local Revolutionary events, as we aim to bridge past and the present and highlight Manchester-by-the-Sea’s unique connection to this pivotal era. We will provide history, and we ask you to select a subject area (as provided below) to interpret.
Choose your historical topic, learn more, and apply to participate here.
Exhibit Dates: Thursday, July 2, to Saturday, September 19
Application Deadline: Saturday, April 18
Notification of Chosen Works: Saturday, April 25
Drop-Off Chosen Works: Wed. June 17 to Fri. June 20, 10 to 3 PM, and June 20, 11 to 4 PM, or by special arrangement.
Opening Reception: Thursday, July 2, 6 to 8 PM
Pick-Up Chosen Artwork: Wed. September 23 to Fri. September 25, 10 to 3 PM, and Sat. September 26, 11 to 4 PM, or by special arrangement.
All dates are subject to change.
2026 Spring Art Show Artist Registration
April 2 - April 18
Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum
We are looking for original artwork to show and sell in our annual spring exhibit. Limited to 24 artists.
$25 Panel Fee — 20% commission on each items sold benefiting the Museum.
