Until 25 Jul 2027
Pressing Importance: Salem and the Declaration of Independence
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
May 2, 2026 – July 25, 2027
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Peabody Essex Museum
Located in Salem, Massachusetts, the Peabody Essex Museum was formed through the merger of two long-standing local institutions dating back to 1799. The museum holds approximately 1.3 million works—including a notable collection of Asian art—and maintains twenty-two historic buildings.
Planning your visit
$25 adult admission
USD 25 adults, USD 23 seniors, USD 15 students; under 16 free.
Free general admission for Salem residents and people who work in Salem, with ID.
Special exhibitions are included in general admission.
All permanent exhibitions and most special exhibitions are included in general admission; Yin Yu Tang needs a separate timed reservation.
Where to stay
Last verified September 5, 2026
On view now
Until 3 Jan 2027
Isamu Noguchi: "I am not a designer"
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
September 19, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Upcoming
Opens 22 May 2027
Driving Forces: American Art and the Automobile
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
May 22 – November 28, 2027
Opens 18 Sept 2027
Treasures of the Viking Age
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
September 18, 2027 – March 5, 2028
Before you go
Visiting Peabody Essex Museum — common questions
What exhibitions are on at Peabody Essex Museum right now?
3 special exhibitions are on at Peabody Essex Museum right now: Isamu Noguchi: "I am not a designer" (until January 3, 2027), Pressing Importance: Salem and the Declaration of Independence (until July 25, 2027) and Salem Gets Dressed (until January 2, 2028). 4 further shows are already announced, starting with Origami Unfolded on December 5, 2026.
How much is admission to Peabody Essex Museum?
Adult admission to Peabody Essex Museum is $25. USD 25 adults, USD 23 seniors, USD 15 students; under 16 free.
Is Peabody Essex Museum free?
Peabody Essex Museum charges general admission, but there are free options. Free general admission for Salem residents and people who work in Salem, with ID.
Are special exhibitions included in Peabody Essex Museum admission?
Special exhibitions are included in general admission. All permanent exhibitions and most special exhibitions are included in general admission; Yin Yu Tang needs a separate timed reservation.
What time does Peabody Essex Museum open?
Peabody Essex Museum is open Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00–17:00. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.