Salem Through a New Lens

A tour at the intersection of architecture, true crime, and photography.

Join local photographer Chris Padgett and experienced tour guide Rebecca Johnson for a fascinating exploration of Salem’s most notorious murder. Not only will you hear tales of true crime, but you will have a professional teach you how to get the best shots of landscape and architecture.

The death of Captain Joseph White was not just a personal tragedy to the families involved. It was a sign that Salem’s identity as a wealthy and successful seaport was sinking into the horizon. The story of the murder became an international sensation and influenced authors Edgar Allen Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne.