PEM and Cape Ann Museum Close Amid COVID-19 Uncertainty

Beginning today, March 13, both the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem and the Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester have closed to the public due to safety concerns about the novel COVID-19 virus. Both institutions are focused on protecting the well-being of their staff members and visitors, and on preventing the spread of the virus. The PEM has announced a closure until further notice, with all events either cancelled or postponed through April 30. The Cape Ann Museum announced a temporary closure and postponing of events through at least March 27. They will also be postponing the opening of their new campus, Cape Ann Museum Green and Collections

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PEM and Cape Ann Museum Close Amid COVID-19 Uncertainty

North Shore museums join the ranks of other Boston-area cultural institutions closed until further notice to help contain the spread of the coronavirus.

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