ATTRACTIONS & THINGS TO DO IN IPSWICH, MA
Ipswich Visitor Center located in the Hall-Haskell House at 36 South Main St. (SoCho District), is open 7 days a week through October. Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mon-Sat, and 12:00 to 5:00 pm, Sun. For more info, call (978)356-3580.
Audio Walking Tour of Ipswich - The Ipswich Visitors Center is offering a self guided audio walking tour of Ipswich. The tour recounts many of the historic events that occurred in Ipswich, as well as a host of other information such as famous Ipswich artists, agriculture, wildlife, and activities available throughout the town. Enjoy fascinating stories about some of the 50+ First Period houses— more than any other town in America—and discover for yourself why Ipswich is named the“Birthplace of American Independence!”
The Crane Estate Great House Tours - Wednesdays – Saturdays, May 28 – October 13 | 10am – 1pm (one-hour tour) Closed Friday, July 4 Members: free. Nonmembers: Adult $10, Child $5. Minimum age: 8 years old (16 without adult). Group tours by appointment. Call 978.921.1944 x4009. Fees include admission to grounds. Historic Landscape Tours of Castle Hill: Thursdays & Saturdays, May 29 through October 11 | 10AM. Take a guided historic walking tour of this grand, early 20th century summer estate by the sea and learn about the designs of Boston landscape architects Olmsted Bros. and Arthur Shurcliff. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Bring comfortable footwear and water bottle. Members: Free. Nonmembers: $5. Minimum age: 8 years old (16 without adult). Special Events July 4th Independence Day Celebration, Summer Picnic Concert Series, and Winter Holiday Showcase are among many annual events held at Castle Hill. Consult the Events Calendar for details.
Special Annual Events at Castle Hill include the July 4th Independence Day Celebration, Summer Picnic Concert Series, and Winter Holiday Showcase. Consult the Events Calendar for details.
A Visitor's Guide to the Crane Estate is a self-guided landscape tour booklet introducing visitors to Castle Hill, Crane Beach, and the Crane Wildlife Refuge. It is available from the Castle Hill gatehouse and may be mail ordered in advance of your visit.
25th Anniversary Gala Concert, "The Best of Cantemus" Cantemus Concludes 25th Anniversary Season with Gala Concert: “Silver Sampler: The Best of Cantemus” Cantemus will be joined by 25 returning singers and five former conductors for its final 25th-anniversary-year concert, “A Silver Sampler: The Best of Cantemus,” on Saturday, May 17, Christ Church, 149 Asbury Street, Hamilton, 7:30 pm. A gala champagne reception follows. Advance ticket purchase is recommended: Buy online through www.cantemus.org , or save $2 on tickets at Newburyport Printmaker, Nazir’s of Wenham, River Gallery in Ipswich, and the Book Shop of Beverly Farms. Tickets still available at the door will be $20 for adults, $17 for seniors. Admission is free for students 21 and under. Further details at www.cantemus.org , or phone 1-888-CHORUS 1.
Orchestra on the Hill is a community based orchestra residing in Ipswich Massachusetts. Our mission is to enrich the musical culture of Ipswich and the surrounding communities through orchestral music, involving adult and young talented musicians giving them an outlet to commune, rehearse and perform. The orchestra will enhance the community through performances and projects designed to increase the community’s awareness and appreciation of New England’s rich artistic heritage.
The orchestra will also provide an outlet for local musical composers working together with visual artist and dancers to feature their works through performances for the community at large.
