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Can't make it to the museum? Bring Marblehead history to your living room. Puzzles, coloring pages, scavenger hunts, garden guides, and more — all free and ready to download.
These activities were designed to keep curiosity alive beyond the museum walls. Whether you're a student working on a project, a family looking for something fun on a rainy day, or just someone who loves local history — there's something here for you.
Explore & Discover
Free downloadable activities inspired by the museum's collection and Marblehead's history.
Self-Guided Lee Mansion Garden Tours
Wander the historic gardens of the Jeremiah Lee Mansion at your own pace with our guided tour materials — covering the history of the plants, the landscape, and the people who tended them.
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A Garden of Healing
Learn about the colonial-era use of plants for medicine and wellness. This garden guide explores the healing traditions of early Marblehead and the herbs that were once essential to daily life.
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Around Marblehead Scavenger Hunt
Grab a clipboard and hit the streets. This scavenger hunt takes you through Marblehead's historic district, turning a walk around town into an adventure in local history.
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Marblehead Crossword Puzzles
Test your knowledge of Marblehead history one clue at a time. These crossword puzzles are a fun way to learn — or review — the people, places, and events that made the town.
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Color Our Collection
Bring the museum's collection to life with color. These printable coloring pages are based on artifacts and images from the Marblehead Museum — a creative way for kids to connect with history.
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Digital Puzzles
Piece together images from the museum's collection in these fun, interactive digital puzzles. No printer needed — just a screen and a little patience.
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Archival Scavenger Hunt
Dig through the museum's digital archives and hunt for clues hidden in historic photographs and documents. A detective game for history lovers of all ages.
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Marblehead Word Search
Find hidden words connected to Marblehead's history. A classic activity with a local twist — great for a quiet afternoon or a classroom warm-up.
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Frost Fish Fun
Learn the legend of the Frost Fish — a beloved Marblehead tradition — and then paint your own. This art activity combines storytelling with creativity for young artists.
Get the Activity →Land Acknowledgement
We recognize that this land was home to the Naumkeag band of the Massachusett/Pawtucket Tribes. The Marblehead Museum is committed to incorporating the study and dissemination of this land's Native History into its mission.
What is a Land Acknowledgement? Read Our Complete Acknowledgement