<h1 style="text-align: center;">Marblehead, <em>Boston</em></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" face="Arial, sans-serif">Marblehead, located on a small peninsula 18 miles north of Boston, is a picturesque New England coastal town. Homebuyers with a love of the sea will find this town ideal.</span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" face="Arial, sans-serif">Though today a mainly residential community, Marblehead has a rich marine history. It began as a fishing village but really began to grow with the shoe-making industry. Known at one time as the &ldquo;Birthplace of the Navy,&rdquo; Marblehead is also a world-class yachting destination. Boating, sailing, and fishing are still among the most popular recreational activities among residents.</span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" face="Arial, sans-serif">Visitors often travel from Boston to get away from city life for a day or two. The most popular attraction might be the painting &ldquo;The Spirit of &rsquo;76,&rdquo; housed in Abbot Hall. Guests may also enjoy walking along the Historic District or visiting Marblehead Harbor to watch the many sailing, fishing, lobster, and pleasure boats glide by. The town is also known for holding outdoor events throughout the year, including an arts festival, a regatta and race week, and a jazz concert series.</span></p>