Essex National Heritage Area Essex National Heritage Area
Peabody mapSmith Barn
at Brooksby Farm
Peabody, Massachusetts
  • Address: 38 Felton Street,
    Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
    978-204-6345
  • Hours: Call for appointment.
  • Map: Map


The Peabody Historical Society's Smith Barn at Brooksby Farm provides an ideal setting for any private celebration you may have in mind, from office party to wedding.

Located just two miles from Interstate 95, Route 1, 128 and 114; the barn is secluded on a hilltop, within the preserves of Brooksby Farm, a two hundred fifty acre working apple orchard and conservation area.

The views of surrounding forest and fields are highlighted by the rich history of the preserved buildings at this historic site.

The Barn kitchen has a separate loading area to accommodate outside food catering service vehicles. The main function hall and its twin balconies are restored rustic barn board, decorated with antique farm tools and implements. The reception area leads to this great hall, creating a unique setting for any event up to a capacity of two hundred fifty people.

Weather permitting, the barn's two enormous rear doors are opened revealing its wonderful views. The venue is available from April 1st to November 15th. For more information or a tour of our properties, please contact Function Manager Tammy Messina at 978-204-6345



Nearby Area Sites

  • Brooksby Farm
    An 8 1/2-acre working farm with orchards, animals, trails and a farm stand.
  • Elizabeth Cassidy Folk Art Museum &
    Peabody Art Association Gallery

    The Museum features permanent and rotating exhibits of unique works from the Society’s extensive collection of folk art, including architectural embellishments, funerary art, pottery, portraits and needlework. The Museum is also the home of the Peabody Art Association Gallery, which features rotating exhibits of paintings and photographs by Association artists.
  • Felton Historic Houses at Brooksby Farm
    Built in 1644, the Nathaniel Felton, Sr., House was the first house built on Mount Pleasant (the Brooksby Farm area). The Nathaniel Felton, Jr. House's outdoor garden has become a popular spot to exchange wedding vows, before waltzing across the street to the Smith Barn for that once in a lifetime reception.
  • George Peabody House Museum Industrial Trail
    A restored house and community cultural center features an ENHC Visitor Center with information on Peabody and the surrounding area and exhibits on Peabody's tannery history.
  • Peabody Historical Society
    Established to preserve the heritage of the city of Peabody.
  • Smith Barn at Brooksby Farm
    The Peabody Historical Society's Smith Barn at Brooksby Farm provides an ideal setting for any private celebration you may have in mind, from office party to wedding.


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