On Display
in the Sewall Scripture Museum
On display
in the Marine Room is "Rockport and the
Sea".
Here photos from over the years show the different facets of the
Town's relationship with the Atlantic.
These range from enjoying the beaches and boating to sea-related
industries and on to storms and wreckage.
Lower
Level
has a memorial tribute to Eleanor Parsons for all
she contributed to Rockport. This has items about her life.
But most special is a display of all the books she wrote about the
Town both historic and present day subjects.
Copies of many of these are on sale in then Reception Room.
Part of the Lower
Level permanent displays are artifacts and
pictures from the laying of the Atlantic telegraph cable in 1884 Also
there is a village model complete with ocean and a train that
was used in the filming of the movie "The Love Letter" here in
1998
The Military
Room has several displays from all of the wars including posters
from the Civil War, cannon balls from the Revolutionary War and items
from both World War I and II.
The Children's
Room has a collection of toys, dolls, and games that children
enjoyed in the past. There are several dolls on display in both Museums.
The Hannah Jumper Room and typical 1800's bedrooms
are also found on the upper level. Our extensive library is also located
on the upper level.
On the Main
floor, in addition to the Keeping Room, Marine Room,
and Main Parlor we have several original works of Art
from well-known Rockport Artists.
Please plan a visit
to the Museum this year to view the many items found on display. There
are items of interest for all age groups. Bring your relatives and friends
to the museum Encourage your friends to visit and become members of
our organization.
