Experience Rockport’s 75th Annual Live Nativity Pageant (Virtually)
November 30, 2020
When you visit downtown Rockport this holiday season, be sure to stop by Willoughby’s at the corner of Main and School Streets. The store has been transformed into into a stage set displaying scenes and costumes from this annual Christmas…
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Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Welcomes GoNomad Travel Writer to Cape Ann
October 6, 2020
GoNOMAD Editor, Max Hartshorne recently visited our beautiful Cape. With a carefully planned itenerary compiled by the Chamber, including recommendations from all four communities, we were happy to read that Max experienced many of our region’s local businesses and outdoor…
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March 19, 2019
Article by Kena Morris (Top Photo Credit: Coastal Exposure) Located at the tip of the Cape Ann peninsula, Rockport is known for its many outdoor water activities. The northeast coast is full of cities looking forward to summer vacation once winter…
See full descriptionRockport Art Association & Museum featured on Feather & Wedge
May 3, 2018
Check out the newest Feather & Wedge blog post that highlights the upcoming auction at Rockport Art Association & Museum!CLICK HERE to read the full post.
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March 26, 2018
Ever wonder about the significance of Rockport’s renowned Motif Number 1? Images of Rockport’s iconic fishing shack on Bearskin Neck are known and recognized throughout the world, and instantly familiar to any student of art or art history. Best Cultural Destinations recently…
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March 19, 2018
Feather & Wedge, one of Rockport’s hottest dining spots, has been sharing some great blog posts that give a closer look at our town’s current happenings as well as a look at Rockport’s past. We are happy to share two…
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September 21, 2017
Daily: Rockport Art Association & Museum Shows, 12 Main Street Tuesday-Saturday 10a – 5p & Sunday 12 n – 5 p Fri. 9/22 Docent Tours/Open House, Shalin Liu, 37 Main St., 11 a-12:30 p Bettye LaVette, Shalin Liu, 37 Main…
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September 20, 2017
We are loving this stunning video, The Beauty of Rockport, by Tom Curry. Tom dubs it a must see for Rockport tourists. We agree… but think the locals will love it just as much! The video features Rockport with stunning…
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September 14, 2017
Rockport was the focus of another recent feature. This time, on the Two Drifters blog. Here’s a blurb below. Click the link at the bottom to read the full feature. The coast of Massachusetts is a special place. Lobster, lighthouses,…
See full descriptionDaily Rockport Art Association & Museum Shows, 12 Main Street Tuesday-Saturday 10a – 5p & Sunday 12 n – 5 p Fri. 9/15 Docent Tours/Open House, Shalin Liu, 37 Main St., 11 a-12:30 p Fridays…
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September 11, 2017
Thanks Tripveel.com for a great feature on Rockport and the Emerson Inn! Catch a blurb from the feature below and click here to read the full feature. In Rockport you’ll immediately be transported back to a bygone area. A time of…
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Boston Voyager Interviewed Local Shop Owner Carol Lee Kelliher
Boston Voyager recently interviewed Carol Lee Kelliher, owner of Rockport’s Carol Lee’s Cottage. Today we’d like to introduce you to Carol Lee Kelliher. Carol Lee, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how…
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September 5, 2017
Rockport, MA was featured today on WCVB’s Happenin’ Hoods! There’s a reason Hollywood directors, artists and tourists flock to Rockport, Mass. When the salty sea air makes you hungry in Rockport, all roads seem to lead to Roy Moore Lobster Advertisement…
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August 3, 2017
This Week in Rockport: July 28-Aug. 3, 2017 Daily: Rockport Art Association & Museum Shows, 12 Main Street …
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June 13, 2017
What better way to spend a few hours on a gorgeous New England summer weekend than by listening to beautiful music? How about listening to that same music while enjoying an inimitable and spectacular ocean view? Locals and visitors to…
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June 6, 2017
Everyone loves Rockport for its low key family feeling. Families, couples, retirees, artists, writers, musicians, they all come to Rockport. People love Rockport not only for what is here, but for what isn’t here: no stop lights, no neon, no…
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May 30, 2017
From fishing shacks to lobster traps, from French easels to fine cuisine, Rockport is the quintessential harbor for those seeking a place to recharge their cultural batteries. Whether you are an artist or an art lover, a musician or music…
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May 23, 2017
There is an enchanting, peaceful seaside village, not too far away—called Rockport, Massachusetts. Located on Cape Ann, embraced on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean, it’s about an hour away from busy, crowded Boston, yet feels like it’s a world…
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May 17, 2017
Discover Rockport, MA Accommodations Known for gracious hospitality, the friendly innkeepers of Rockport offer relaxing accommodations in town and by the sea. Choose from quaint New England inns serving a delicious breakfast to motels offering numerous amenities. Cultural District…
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Rockport was recently declared the Prettiest Town in Massachusetts by MSN. “A romantic destination that’s only an hour from Boston, Rockport is located at the very tip of the Cape Ann peninsula and has miles of beaches for you to…
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Rockport is a favorite travel destination for day trips, weekly stays and lengthy vacations alike. Our wonderful seacoast village was recently featured on NewEngland.com as a Summer Day Trip. Many of the town’s shops, attractions and restaurants were featured in…
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A Walking Guide of Rockport, MA WALK ONE -The Headlands and Old Garden Path. From Dock Square, proceed up Mount Pleasant Street, passing T-Wharf with its view of Motif#1 on your left. You will soon pass the Hannah Jumper House,…
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Back Beach: Beach Street On Beach Street between Main and Granite, Back Beach offers great views as a bonus to its sand and surf, and is close to the downtown shopping area. Back Beach is a renowned scuba diver’s destination.…
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July 8, 1856, is an important date in the history of Rockport. On that summer morning, 200 wives, mothers, daughters and assorted supporters gathered in Dock Square to take part in an event that would have repercussions to this very…
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Motif No. 1 Images of Rockport’s iconic fishing shack on Bearskin Neck are known and recognized throughout the world, and instantly familiar to any student of art or art history. How Motif No. 1 Got Its Name “ROCKPORT’S trade mark…
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Wayfinding Signage System Promotes Heritage Tourism in 14 Coastal Communities The Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage) is pleased to announce the installation of directional signage along the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway, a state-designated route linking 14 coastal communities from…
See full descriptionChamber To Hold 94th Annual Celebration on January 23: Oceans of Change, Waves of Opportunity
December 21, 2015
On Saturday January 23, 2016 the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will host Cape Ann’s largest business social gathering, its 94th Annual Celebration and Installation of Officers. This popular celebration will take on a new and exciting form this year.…
See full descriptionGAS PRICES DOWN TWO CENTS, SAYS AAA, LOWEST PRICE SINCE SPRING OF 2009
December 14, 2015
Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down two cents from last week, are at the lowest point of the year and the lowest locally since the spring of 2009, according to AAA Northeast. The continuing drop in crude oil prices and…
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Rockport, MA ‘ Just about everywhere else in New England Santa arrives by sleigh, fire engine, or on a wagon. However, it’s only natural that in Rockport, MA Santa arrives by lobster boat. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, Rockport…
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Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down another four cents from last week, and are at the lowest level locally since late February, according to AAA Northeast. AAA’s September 21st survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.19…
See full descriptionRockport Music Presents Della Mae, Shawn Colvin, and more this September
August 20, 2015
On Friday, September 4 at 8 pm, the vibrant bluegrass group Della Mae performs at the Shalin Liu Performance Center. The all-female bluegrass supergroup from Nashville (via Boston) recall vintage string band sounds while folding in elements of rock, soul,…
See full descriptionAugust 11, 2015
Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down another six cents from last week, according to AAA Northeast. AAA’s August 11th survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.52 per gallon, down six cents from last week. Prices locally…
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MBTA and Commonwealth to Provide Special Train Service for “The Wall That Heals”
June 25, 2015
GLOUCESTER, Mass. — Unlike the U.S. veterans who served in every other major war fought for this country, the Vietnam Veterans never received a welcome home ceremony after their service. Often they received completely the opposite, being ignored or shunned.…
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Gasoline prices in Massachusetts remain the same as last week, according to AAA Northeast. AAA’s June 8th survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.66 per gallon, the same as last week. Prices locally are two cents…
See full descriptionCHAMBER ANNOUNCES CAPE ANN SMALL BUSINESS PERSONS OF THE YEAR
May 19, 2015
The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2015 Cape Ann Small Business Persons of the Year, all of whom will be recognized during Cape Ann Small Business Week, June 1- 5. This year’s honorees are Mike…
See full descriptionRockport’s Motif No.1 Day on May 16 Featured in Gloucester Times Today
May 14, 2015
ROCKPORT ‘ It may not rise to the level of Michelangelo’s frescoes at the Sistine Chapel, but there will be a lot of art to appreciate at this year’s Motif No. 1 Day. Beginning with a kick-off event Friday evening,…
See full descriptionSubscriptions for Rockport Music’s summer concerts go on sale Monday, April 6
April 2, 2015
Subscriptions for this summer’s concerts at the Shalin Liu Performance Center go on sale on Monday, April 6. Highlights include: Rockport Chamber Music Festival (June 5- July 12 & August 1) Entering its 34th season, this year’s chamber festival features…
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March 27, 2015
Rockport expands its 2014 Main @ Night event throughout all of downtown for this year’s 2015 Rockport @ Night event !! Over 35 participants ! Every First Friday night, from May 1 through Friday, October, 2, 2015, galleries and shops…
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Shop Rockport, even in the winter! Yesterday I was very happy to get out of the house and enjoy a day of walking, working and shopping. I went to Rockport, and although the shopping area seemed abandoned compared to summer…
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