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Visiting Salem, Mass.

The New England Pirate Museum explores the seamy side of Salem's maritime history. The museum illustrates the lives and times of pirates like Captain Kidd and Blackbeard, displays actual pirate's treasure, and lets visitors explore a "pirate's cave."

  • 274 Derby St.;
  • (978) 741-2800
  • Hours: May-Oct., 10 am - 5 pm; Open until 8 pm Halloween night
  • Admission: adults $6; kids 4 - 13 years $4
  • www.PirateMuseum.com

    (Boston.com staff / Adam Salsman)

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