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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
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Watch a show at The Cabot
See a music performance at Larcom Theatre
Step back in time at the Historic Beverly John Cabot House
Have a meal at Toscana Bar Italiano
See an exhibition at the Porter Mill Studio
Try the fries at A&B Burgers
Test your own skills at the Clay Dreaming Pottery Studio
Book a ticket for the North Shore Music Center
Have fun at the Beverly Golf and Tennis Club
Stroll through Long Hill and the Sedgwick Gardens
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Q: What was Beverly previously known as?
- A: Beverly was once known as the Ryal Side, or Bass River Side, of infamous Salem, MA.
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Q: When did Beverly become an independent town?
- A: After the Witch Trials, Beverly wished to separate itself from Salem, and in 1753, it successfully became its own town.
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Q: What is the population of Beverly today?
- A: While it maintains its small-town charm, Beverly is home to a large city population of over 39,500.
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Q: What can visitors experience in Beverly?
- A: There is a rich history for visitors to explore, and Beverly also boasts stunning New England landscapes and outdoor retreats.
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