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Rocky Neck Art Colony

Gloucester, MA
Ranked #2 of 27 attractions in Gloucester
5.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighborhoods
Traveler Description: Rocky Neck Art colony is a charming artists colony located in Gloucester, MA, north of Boston.  It is the oldest working artist colony in the United... more »
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New Hampshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

The artists at Rocky Neck are very friendly and take time to discuss their artwork with you. It's q walker friendly area with views around every corner. More

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West Seneca, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

A great little area tucked away from it all. We actually found it by mistake. Some great restaurants, and some nice bars to enjoy during the summer. More

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Ipswich, Massachusetts, United States
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2012

See for yourself what has inspired so many outstanding artists. sometimes when the surf is up the ground thunders... More

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Gloucester
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2012

Seek and ye shall find. Look beyond the sailboats and sunsets paintings and you can find some first rate art in Gloucester. More

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Boston, Ma
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

Rocky Neck is a most unique location. Smith Cove is filled with small boats and the views across the cove are charming. There are several excellen restaurant's in season -- The Rudder, Mad Fish Grill, and Studio. One can get breakfast at Sailor Stans. There are of course many shops and art galleries, and at the end of the necy... More

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Montreal, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012

Rocky Neck Art Colony is a lovely place to visit with an eclectic mix of shops both artistic and antique - some quite whimsical. We spent a couple of wonderful afternoons at the quay side restaurant sipping exotic drinks and eating very tasty, well preapred food. This is a visit not to be missed. More

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boston
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2011
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art colony in beautiful setting on the ocean. much art devoted to nautical themes. oceanscapes More

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Milford, nj
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2011

Off the beaten path but so great. Find a place to park and just walk around, great to eat outside on summer day, visit the art studies, walk down to the ship repair shops and take the water taxi around the harbor. It's a unique and very New England experience. More

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Waterbury, CT, USA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2011

Didn't get to stroll around, but, well worth parking the car and walking around! More

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Salem, Massachusetts
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
111 helpful votes 111 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011

The collection of small galleries on Rocky Neck vary enough to hit everyone's interests and budget. It is a wonderful (and free!) way to spend the afternoon. More

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