Peabody Essex Museum

Category: Art museum

Address: 161 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Phone: +19787459500

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–7PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

N C-M

Apr 19, 2022

Best thing in Salem. Daughter and I were disappointed in our visit to the city until we decided to visit this gem. So glad we did. We spent the entire afternoon here. Beautiful pieces. Friendly staff. The China house is amazing. Would visit again!

J Tan

Mar 29, 2022

Beautiful museum with a wide range of art and periods. The special exhibits are always interesting and unique, but there's also the on going exhibits displaying some classical pieces of art. There's a story behind every piece of art and PEM makes a good job telling that story with the information plaques adjacent to each piece. It is also in the heart of Salem so you can make a day trip out of it by visiting the museum and then exploring Salem.

Janice Marfiz

Feb 5, 2022

The exhibits were amazing to look at. So many different things to learn and see. Different exhibits on different floors was great. Was stopping at the museum on my way through town. Employees were super helpful. The man working in the gift shop was super awesome in picking out gifts for family and friends. The Salem exhibit was interesting to learn about what happened many many years ago.

Yulia Berry

Aug 28, 2021

The oldest American museum, founded in 1799! It got expanded and renovated in September of 2019. Great exhibits on American art, Asian art, high fashion, Salem history. They even have a real antique and unique Chinese house inside (requires a timed admission and additional tickets). There is a great interactive play area for kids. Food in the cafeteria is very good, too. Highly recommend for anyone! Always very enjoyable! We renewed the membership again because we want to come back again and again.

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Questions & Answers

I am a NARM member. What is the discount off a senior ticket?

Harvey Tracy | Aug 24, 2018
Mags The Magnificent | Aug 24, 2018

I believe senior tickets are $18 where as an adult ticket is $20

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Is it free for Salem residents?

Donna Hudon | Aug 24, 2018
Dague Clark | Aug 24, 2018

Yes it is.

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I pre-purchase general admission tickets, does anyone know if that gives access to the witch exhibit as well?

Jaedan | Aug 23, 2021
pulpculchure | Aug 23, 2021

You'll need to add the exhibition ticket to your cart on top of the GA ticket. It's a timed ticket, so you have to picked a timed slot.

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I understand you are doing "timed admissions". Can you please tell me how many people are allowed in at one time?

susan dunton | Aug 23, 2020
Leo Mendonsa | Aug 23, 2020

Please go to guest services they have time and schedule that you're looking for you're very welcome

I'm planning a trip to the PEM in November. Have you added additional lunch facilities?

Maurice Camire | Aug 24, 2019
Vicki Medlar | Aug 24, 2019

There is a cafe there

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Is the PEM free to salem residents

William L'Italien | Aug 24, 2019
Artie Sullivan | Aug 24, 2019

Yes, need to show an id.

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Can you buy tickets?

Mohammed Ameur | Aug 24, 2019
Tammy Schweiger | Aug 24, 2019

Yes, call them

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Are you open October 3rd?

Harriet Koch | Aug 24, 2019
Karen J | Aug 24, 2019

Yes they will be open 10/3 wednesday.

open in storm today?

Amika Kemmler-Ernst | Aug 24, 2018
Dennis Helmar | Aug 24, 2018

Give them a call, I would think they would be.

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when will the mann exhibit start

bill maher | Aug 24, 2018
Brian Harvey | Aug 24, 2018

A quick Google search says it starts on June 30 and lasts all summer

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I purchased the ticket online but do not have a printer. I sent the receipt to my phone. Can I use that as my ticket?

Deborah Potter | Oct 27, 2021
Austin | Oct 27, 2021

Sure thing! They can scan it off your phone.

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Is the history of witches today and times

vicki hall | Oct 27, 2021
Joseph Chow | Oct 27, 2021

Fridays and weekends.

Does the museum have wifi?

Leyu Zhang | Sep 27, 2021
Yulia Berry | Sep 27, 2021

Yes!

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I had tickets for this past Sunday and because of storm could not go, would they be honored for Sunday Aug 29?

David Fishman | Aug 23, 2021
Jennifer Close | Aug 23, 2021

Hello, Admission was sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation for only Sunday, Aug 22. We are unable to transfer the tickets as we were open yesterday as scheduled. We hope to see you at PEM again soon.

Are the monthly late night Thursday parties still going on? If not, is there any forecast when they'll be back?

Parker | Aug 23, 2021
Sharon Johnson | Aug 23, 2021

No

is there a discount for seniors? how about aaa or aarp

denise mcleod | Aug 23, 2021
Elisa Rondon | May 25, 2022

Hi, what's the discount for the one who have Ebt ?

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What is PEM admission price? What is admission price for PEM?

Alfred Cox | Aug 23, 2021
Stephen McLean | Aug 23, 2021

I believe it depends on different events and rime of day. We paid $20.00 per adult

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What are current admission policies

Mitch Benoff | Aug 23, 2021
Kyle Green | Aug 23, 2021

Adults $20, seniors (65 and over) $18, students (with ID) $12, youth (16 and under) and Salem residents free (does not apply to student tour groups).

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I have a free family pass does that entitle us to visit the Peabody Essex for free

John Collins | Aug 24, 2019
Laura Gammons | Aug 24, 2019

Call them

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What is NARM?

Jack Whalen | Aug 24, 2019
Chris Oakley | Aug 24, 2019

North American Reciprocal Museum Association.

What is ebt card?

Suzan Griffith | Aug 24, 2019
Chris Oakley | Aug 24, 2019

Are you talking about the Card to Culture program? That offers free or low-cost admission to most museums including the Peabody Essex.

Is there military discount

Claudia Walker | Aug 24, 2019
walter levesque | Aug 24, 2019

Yes there is a military discount and there's also an elderly discount for seniors discount and if you happen to live in the city of Salem Massachusetts you get to go and see Museum free every Thursday so that's what the Peabody Essex offers

My understanding was that Rowley, MA residents received free admission to the museum with ID. Is this true or not?

Wendy Thomas | Aug 24, 2019
Thomas DuBois | Aug 24, 2019

That's only for Salem residents

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Are you open on Columbus Day? If so, what times? Thank you!

Kimberly J.B. Smith | Aug 24, 2019
Thomas DuBois | Aug 24, 2019

That's a long way from now. I think all the stores are opening up around 9AM because October is a busy month in Salem

what time do you open

Lois Ladds | Aug 24, 2019
Wendy Dameron | Aug 24, 2019

They open at 11

Are the car wash brushes all ways there?

Juliane Viau | Aug 24, 2019
Tim O'Neill | Aug 24, 2019

No, they were part of the Playtime exhibit, which has been closed for a few months

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Where can you park?

Kim Pillsbury | Aug 24, 2019
Christine V | Aug 24, 2019

Derby St

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Free on saturday ?

Christina Cabral | Aug 24, 2019
Anthony Cole | Aug 24, 2019

DMISSION Adults $20, seniors (65 and over) $18, students (with ID) $12, Youth (16 and under) and Salem, Mass. residents (with ID) admitted free*. (*Does not apply to youth in student/tour groups.) For late nights, $15 after 5 pm. People who work in Salem admitted free Tuesday through Friday, 10 am–5 pm. Please present a business card, recent pay stub or acceptable employer verification at the admissions desk. Not valid on holiday Mondays or for Yin Yu Tang: A Chinese House. Members admitted free to all sites and special exhibitions. PEM is pleased to participate in the EBT Card to Culture program, which provides free admission for two to EBT cardholders from Massachusetts; All active-duty, National Guard, and Reserve military personnel receive year-round complimentary general admission.

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What exhibits can I see from the Andover Newton Theological School?

Ed Claypool | Aug 24, 2018
Chris Hart | Aug 24, 2018

I was there last week and i didn't see any. Pretty sure i would noticed history from the UCC. Maybe a direct call is in order?. (July 2018)

When is Sally Mann speaking?

Adena Geller | Aug 24, 2018
melody DiGregorio | Aug 24, 2018

I dont believe she is coming back soon

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Where is info on Chinese house?

Bernadine Schockmel | Aug 24, 2018
Gail Lyons | Aug 24, 2018

On the PEM website, at the bottom, click on Yin Yu Tang.

What hours are you open on Easter?

Marcia Smith | Aug 24, 2018
Lily Mysona | Aug 24, 2018

Normal Sunday hours, 10 AM TO 5 PM.

What exhibits are up now?

Cheryl Sober | Aug 24, 2018
Jeff Folger (Jeff Foliage) | Aug 24, 2018

The Chinese house is always there to visit

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How do I use the EBT to Culture program?

Gmah Jordan | Aug 24, 2018
Kristen Dean | Aug 24, 2018

To use your ebt card for admission, all you need to do is present your card at the front desk. If your ebt card does not have your photo on it, you will need to provide a photo id as well.

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Are you open tomorrow, Wednesday?

A Google User | Aug 24, 2018
Lucas Beardslee | Aug 24, 2018

Would check the website or Facebook page in the morning. Weather is nuts today. Its supposed to ease up by 4am so perhaps they will open in the morning.

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how much is a royal arcanum brass bell worth

Sandy Merry | Aug 24, 2018
Samuel Gregg | Aug 24, 2018

That would be a question for Wikipedia or Google Search, Not Google Maps.

Reciprocal membership museums? RISD, NY Metropolitan?

Richard Besdine | Aug 24, 2018
Kate Harvie | Aug 24, 2018

I believe so.

Are you open on thanksgiving

Milton Cabey | Aug 24, 2018
Calla Mattox | Aug 24, 2018

Their website says they are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day, as well as on every Monday.

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Please open today? Thanks!

Yi Du | Aug 24, 2018
Cynthea Michaels | Aug 24, 2018

Your prayers are answered. They're open today.

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I'm a Salem resident. Can I bring in two guests free of charge with me

Ron Weldon | Aug 24, 2018
Marga Linca | Aug 24, 2018

You can get free passes for Salem library

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