Until 25 Jul 2027
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Salem, United States2 on view4 upcoming
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 2 Jan 2028
Salem Gets Dressed
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
August 1, 2026 – January 2, 2028
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Upcoming
Opens 19 Sept
Isamu Noguchi: "I am not a designer"
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
September 19, 2026 – January 3, 2027
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Opens 5 Dec
Origami Unfolded
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem
December 5, 2026 – September 17, 2028
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Opens 27 Feb 2027
The Stars We Do Not See
Opens 1 May 2027
Driving Forces: American Art and the Automobile
Before you go
Visiting Peabody Essex Museum — common questions
What exhibitions are on at Peabody Essex Museum right now?
2 special exhibitions are on at Peabody Essex Museum right now: 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 Isamu Noguchi: "I am not a designer" on September 19, 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.