HARBORTOWN CULTURAL DISTRICT
Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: May 1, 2026 · Last Updated: April 26, 2026
Welcome to harbortownculturaldistrict.org (the “Site”), operated by the Harbortown Cultural District (the “District”) in partnership with the City of Gloucester, Massachusetts. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site.
1. About the District
The Harbortown Cultural District is a state-designated cultural district recognized by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. It is administered through a public-private partnership with the City of Gloucester and is governed by a volunteer advisory committee. The District is not a separate legal entity or nonprofit organization.
2. Use of the Site
You may use this Site for personal, non-commercial purposes to learn about the District, its events, partner businesses, and cultural programming. You agree not to:
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Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
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Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its systems
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Use automated tools to scrape, crawl, or extract content from the Site without permission
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Reproduce, distribute, or republish Site content without written permission, except for personal use or as permitted by fair use under U.S. copyright law
3. Content and Accuracy
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this Site is accurate and up to date, including event schedules, partner listings, and resource information. However, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of any content. Event dates, times, locations, and programming are subject to change without notice.
The District is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided by third parties, including partner businesses, arts organizations, and grant providers listed on the Site.
4. Partner Directory and Listings
Business and organization listings in the partner directory are provided for informational purposes. Inclusion in the directory does not constitute an endorsement by the District or the City of Gloucester. The District does not guarantee the quality of goods, services, or experiences offered by any listed partner.
5. Forms and Submissions
The Site includes forms for contacting the District, volunteering, proposing projects, and subscribing to newsletters. By submitting information through these forms, you represent that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the authority to share it. Submissions may be subject to Massachusetts public records law.
6. Intellectual Property
The content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, images, and the overall design — is the property of the Harbortown Cultural District and/or the City of Gloucester, unless otherwise noted. Artwork images and photographs may be the property of individual artists and are used with permission.
The Harbortown Cultural District name, logo, and branding are the property of the District. You may not use these marks without written permission.
7. Third-Party Links and Services
This Site contains links to external websites operated by partner organizations, arts institutions, government agencies, and other third parties. These links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any linked sites.
The Site is hosted by Wix.com. Your use of the Site is also subject to Wix’s Terms of Use, available at wix.com/about/terms-of-use.
8. Events and Programming
The District organizes and promotes events throughout the year, including From the Deep, Gloucester’s So Salty, and other cultural programming. Attendance at District events is at your own risk. The District and the City of Gloucester are not liable for injuries, losses, or damages sustained at events unless caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the District or City.
Events may be modified, postponed, or cancelled due to weather, public safety concerns, or other circumstances beyond our control.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The District does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Harbortown Cultural District and the City of Gloucester shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, reliance on information provided on the Site, or participation in District events.
11. Massachusetts Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any disputes arising from the use of this Site shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Essex County, Massachusetts.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Harbortown Cultural District
City of Gloucester, Massachusetts
Email: info@harbortownculturaldistrict.org
Website: harbortownculturaldistrict.org