Founded in 1799, the Peabody Essex Museum’s collections are among the finest of their kind. They encompass Asia, Africa, Native America, Oceania, Maritime Art, American Decorative Art, Folk Art, Photography, and Costumes. The museum campus features 23 historic properties and numerous parks and gardens in Salem, Massachusetts. Launched in concert with the opening of a suite of new galleries, this Web site helps people plan their visit, find upcoming programs, events, and exhibitions, and learn about the collections. The visual design of the site reflects the emergence of the Peabody Essex Museum as a forward-thinking, media-savvy museum—one that creates a richer experience for visitors by bringing art, architecture, and culture together in new ways.