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Essex Street Inn & Suites Provides Free Lodging to Coast Guard and Families
As the birthplace of the U.S. Coast Guard.Our Merrimack River Station in Newburyport, Massachusetts is one of 20 still active United States Coast Guard stations and home to many servicemen and women currently protecting our community and our waters. Born ready,...
New Brew Honors Old Newbury Tradition
Each January, used Christmas trees are "recycled" into a large community bonfire in nearby Newbury, the proceeds of which benefit the Newbury Volunteer Fire Department. Ipswich Ale Brewery is proudly releasing a new warming winter brew, "Defrost." The...
Do You Want to Build a Snowman? A Brief History of Everyone’s Favorite Winter Friend.
Since the dawn of time, humans have made images of themselves in stone, pencil, and paint. According to Bob Eckstein, "snowman expert" and author of The History of the Snowman, snowmen are "one of man's oldest forms of folk art." What has made snowmen so...
Visting Newburyport by Boat? Some Helpful Information!
August 2017 If you plan on visiting us by boat, you might be wondering where to dock it. The four, full-service Newburyport Marinas are the place to go! Newburyport Marinas are nestled along the Merrimack River with easy access to the open sea and over 500 slips to...
Pink, the Color of Love
February 2017 Ahh, pink, the color of Valentine's Day and love. Indeed, pink has a special place in the heart of Newburyporters. It can be hard to guess what might capture the heart and spirit of a community, but when it happens, the sentiment is strong. That is...
Explore! Trails & Sails Events Abound in September
September 2017 We at Essex Street Inn love to suggest fun and interesting sites for our guests to explore in the area and September is the best month to do it thanks to the Essex National Heritage Area's Trails and Sails events. "Trails & Sails" is two weekends...
Plum Island Beckons
July 2017 No trip to Newburyport in the summer is complete without a day on Plum Island. The sandy beaches and blue ocean are the perfect setting for a beach day. If laying on the beach isn't your thing, check out the walking tours of the island led by Bill Sargent...
Americana Rhythm and Roots Festival
June 2017 Don't miss Newburyport's annual music celebration of America's roots on July Fourth weekend. Bring the family to Newburyport's central waterfront for a free concert featuring roots music featuring the roots music of renowned musicians, including Marcia Ball,...
Reduced Price Tickets for Vets at Firehouse Center
Essex Street Inn and the Firehouse Center for the Arts are teaming up to offer a special veterans discount program. Beginning on June 1, any active duty or veteran military personnel will be given a $5 discount on all tickets purchased for Firehouse Produced and...
Memorial Day Weekend Festivities in Newburyport
May 2017 Exciting events are coming to Newburyport on the holiday weekend.There will be three tall ships sailing back into the Newburyport harbor this Memorial Day weekend. The ships will be docked right behind the Custom House Maritime Museum and will be the...
We enjoyed and will stay their again
"The décor of the room. The bed was comfy and the whole place was clean. The staff was great.""
Debbie
Excellent. Definitely would return
"Friendly and accommodating staff. Beautifully appointed room with fireplace and whirlpool tub. Very homey snd confortable.""
Happy Guest
Modest price
"This is a modest hotel at a modest price. Location is its strength right downtown. I recommend The Grog and Michael's Waterside.""
Dean
Orono, ME
04605, US
