Donate to the Collection
The Custom House is dedicated to preserving the maritime history of Newburyport and the Great Merrimack area.
Please fill out the form below and museum staff will get in touch with you as soon as possible. In the description of the item(s) you would like to donate, please provide a detailed description including:
- dimensions
- notes on condition (damage, any restorations/repairs, etc.)
- provenance (how the item came into your possession)
- context – how does this item relate Newburyport’s maritime history?
If the museum chooses to move forward with the donation, the item(s) in question will be brought before the Collection Committee. Members of the committee will then vote on whether to acquisition the item or not.
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
- Museum Hours
Thursday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Closed Monday - Wednesday
- Tickets
$5 admission
Free for NBPT residents, kids under 12, and museum members
Cost of admission includes access to the Discovery Center.
- Parking
City parking is available adjacent to the museum. View parking lot directions.