ARTS & CULTURE:
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POINTS of INTEREST
The Cape Ann Symphony.
BEAUPORT, THE SLEEPERMcCANN HOUSE Tour Beauport, the summer home of one of America’s first professional interior designers. Henry Sleeper began building in 1907, eventually enlarging the house to over 40 rooms filled with a lifetime collection of period furniture, colored glass, ceramics and architectural salvage. Decorated like stage sets, each room embodies Sleeper’s unique and whimsical style. Enjoy gardens with stunning views of Gloucester Harbor. Guided hourly tours. Check the website for tour availability.
u 75 Eastern Point Boulevard, Gloucester, (978) 283-0800, historicnewengland.org/property/ beauport-sleeper-mccann-house
THE CABOT Originally opened in 1920, The Cabot is a North Shore treasure. Located
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in downtown Beverly, The Cabot is a vibrant, active and world-class arts and entertainment destination for the North Shore community. Welcoming thousands of visitors through its hallowed halls, The Cabot strives to deliver unforgettable, high-quality experiences year-round from live music to comedy, films to family programming and more. Become a member of The Cabot Club to support this historic gem and receive great benefits.
u (978) 927-3100, thecabot.org
CAPE ANN ARTISANS Visit 14 juried artisan studios and meet 15 of Cape Ann’s most established makers during the 38th Bi-Annual Cape Ann Artisan Open Studios self-guided tour on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 and Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. On Saturday, August 14, enjoy visiting eight of these
studios for the summer Mini-Tour. Map your visit following the magenta symbols on the Cape Ann Chamber map, the Artisans downloadable map on CapeAnnArtisans.com and the large pink flags near each location in Gloucester and Rockport. Enjoy pottery, painting, sculpture, mixed media, mosaics, quilting, weaving, sea glass and fine jewelry art. Visit individual artist websites for hours and appointments year-round.
u (978) 546-6186, capeannartisans.com
CAPE ANN MUSEUM The Cape Ann Museum celebrates the art, history and culture of Cape Ann—a region rich in historical, artistic and industrial achievement. The permanent collection showcases work by significant American artists, including Fitz Henry Lane, Anna Hyatt Huntington and Milton Avery; artifacts from the fishing, maritime and granite quarrying CAPEANNVACATIONS.COM
