Essex Heritage is a non-profit organization that rallies our community around saving the unique character of Essex County: the thousands of historic, cultural, and natural places that were crucial in shaping our nation; the places that led to this region's designation as a National Heritage Area by an act of Congress in 1996; the places that make Essex County like nowhere else.

We are the only organization that connects the people who live in the 34 cities and towns within our county.

Our job is to get residents to actively support over 10,000 historic places that make this area a great place to live. We do this by offering inspiring events like Trails & Sails, where you can have 150 unique experiences in 6 days, and by developing programs and partnerships that support the hundreds of heritage organizations and sites within the Heritage Area. 

What’s most exciting about our organization is that we’re forward thinking. We focus on engaging folks at every age, enabling them to experience all the wonderful places that surround us here because nowhere else…

-Can you see the lighthouse whose keeper saved the USS Constitution;
-Can you wander through the country’s oldest working farm;
-You drive by so many 17th century homes on your way to work.

Because nowhere else… would we rather live.

Non Profit

Essex Heritage

Essex Heritage's headquarters in Salem, MA, United States

Annie C. Harris

Heather Goss

Jim Muse

Evelyn Reeves

Cheri Grishin

The Leadership Team at Essex Heritage is responsible for steering the organization's strategic direction and ensuring its mission to preserve and promote the unique character of Essex County is achieved. This team comprises seasoned professionals, including the CEO and experienced leaders from various sectors, who collaborate to develop impactful programs, foster community partnerships, and engage residents of all ages in preserving the region's historic, cultural, and natural heritage.

Leadership Team

The Management and Operations Team at Essex Heritage is responsible for overseeing the daily functions and strategic initiatives that ensure the organization's smooth operation and growth. This multifaceted team coordinates events such as Trails & Sails, manages community engagement programs, supervises visitor services, and develops partnerships to support and preserve over 10,000 historic sites in Essex County. Their forward-thinking approach ensures that people of all ages can engage with and appreciate the unique cultural, historic, and natural treasures of the Essex National Heritage Area.

Management and Operations Team

The Finance team at Essex Heritage is responsible for managing the financial health of the organization. This includes budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring transparency and compliance with non-profit regulations. The team handles bookkeeping, financial reporting, and oversees fundraising initiatives to support the preservation of historic, cultural, and natural sites in Essex County. Additionally, they provide strategic financial insights to help guide program development and partnerships.

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Essex Heritage

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