Cape Ann Museum Downtown Campus Reopening

The Cape Ann Museum’s Downtown Campus will reopen on June 30, 2026, following a comprehensive renovation supported in part by the Museum’s $23 million CAM-150 Campaign.

The reopening coincides with the debut of Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea, a landmark exhibition that celebrates the artistic bond between Milton Avery, Adolph Gottlieb, and Mark Rothko—three pivotal figures in 20th-century American art whose summers in Gloucester shaped their creative development.

As the Museum passes its 150th anniversary, this transformation strengthens our commitment to preserving Cape Ann’s rich artistic and cultural heritage while expanding opportunities for learning, discovery, and community connection.

Led by Boston-based designLAB in partnership with Windover Construction, the renovation enhances the visitor experience, improves stewardship of the collection, and reimagines key spaces across the campus.