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Since its completion in 1929, Hammond Castle Museum has attracted rumors and urban legends of supernatural associations and occult happening. While most of these wild stories can be dismissed as pure fiction, the building occupies a fascinating place within the broader historical context of the development of spiritualist and spiritualist-adjacent fields in American culture. The...
Tours are offered at 6, 7 & 8 p.m. Member benefits apply to Candlelight Tour tickets. All proceeds from this program will support the restoration and preservation of the Museum. Following the advice of his mentor Alexander Graham Bell, John Hays Hammond Jr. conducted the majority of his work in the evening. While this put Hammond...
Sing, dance, or simply witness local musical talent, or simply witness the chaos of Gulu-Gulu’s open mic. The best open mic in the World, on the North Shore, in Salem! Come join the fun every Thursday night! Anything and everything are welcome. Sing, Dance, Hum, Orate, or simply witness the beautiful chaos that is...
The best open mic in the World, on the North Shore, in Salem! Come join the fun every Thursday night! Anything and everything are welcome. Sing, Dance, Hum, Orate, or simply witness the beautiful chaos that is the Gulu Gulu Open Mic Shindig. Sign-up at 6:30pm.
The Hannah Glover is back with another summer music series. Join Mahi Mahi cruises for a night out on the water with live music and drinks. Stay tuned for the lineup announcement.
Enjoy live DJ sets every Thursday night at the Village Tavern starting at 9pm. It’s also the night they book their beer and spirit pervayors to come in and interact with guests and enjoy free samplings of new products.
Let’s have a Spa Day! Join us for a little pampering and relaxation. The Good Witch of Salem will guide children to create their own essential oil spray, learn about affirmations, and receive a sparkly nail manicure, fancy hair extensions, and a touch of glitter. This workshop is limited to 6 children ages 5 and up only,...
Easy art-making for the under 5 crowd
*Please note – Proof of vaccination & masks are required for all in-person Spiritual Consultations & Services at The Cauldron Black There are many works of cleansing, purification, and healing done in most (if not all) spiritual traditions. They can take many forms and serve many purposes: from removing harmful curses to easing various life...
On this expert-guided, interactive and deep-dive into the Witch Trials explore in rare detail how a house and neighborhood reveal stories of terror and survival as they witnessed one of the darkest periods in American history. We’ll start inside the c1667 Daniels House where you’ll tour a living home from the Trials and choose from a...
Join us on Zoom for a virtual tasting of cheese and beer! Wanna have a beer with us? And some cheese? Join us for a tasting of our favorite beers and cheeses, how these special products are made, what makes them unique, and how to create the perfect pairings. Let’s eat, drink, and talk beer...
Join us for live music, enjoy rock and country.
Join Gulu-Gulu Cafe Friday nights for their live music series. Bands and musicians range from acoustic guitar, jazz standards, saxophones, trios, and more! Support live musicians and listen to live music!
Children, tweens, teens, and adults are all welcome to participate in our “Good Witch Transformations”! Through our transformations children unleash their own spellbinding charms and embrace their individuality. Children are invited to browse our collection of witch hats and dresses. Adorned with shimmering stars, flowing capes, and ribbons of enchantment, these outfits are sure to...
Informal in-process art making
Journey on Essex Heritage’s landing craft Naumkeag to Great Misery Island in Salem Sound. Along the way, hear stories about the rich history of the harbor and how the Misery Islands acquired their unique name. When you arrive, you’ll have 2 hours to explore the trails, open meadows, rocky shoreline, and hidden coves on the island. The...
Join us for Hands-on History at The Gables! Each weekend in July and August we invite young (and young at heart!) guests to explore different elements of colonial life through hands-on activities. These drop-in programs will run 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. Saturdays and Sundays and are free with the purchase of admission. This summer,...
Hope Fest, a vibrant charity music festival dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth, is set to take place on September 2nd. This highly anticipated event will feature an array of performances from 39 bands across four venues, accompanied by lively vendor markets scattered throughout the city. All proceeds from the festival will go towards NAGLY (North...
Enjoy delicious food while enjoying live music with your community every Saturday at the Village Tavern in Downtown Salem.
On this expert-guided, interactive and deep-dive into the Witch Trials explore in rare detail how a house and neighborhood reveal stories of terror and survival as they witnessed one of the darkest periods in American history. We’ll start inside the c1667 Daniels House where you’ll tour a living home from the Trials and choose from a...
Join us for Hands-on History at The Gables! Each weekend in July and August we invite young (and young at heart!) guests to explore different elements of colonial life through hands-on activities. These drop-in programs will run 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. Saturdays and Sundays and are free with the purchase of admission. This summer,...
Climb aboard Naumkeag, Essex Heritage’s landing craft for a trip to Bakers Island Light Station. Enjoy a 30-minute cruise from Salem past rugged coastline, harbor islands, and five lighthouses to Bakers Island. The light station is a 10-acre property that has been in use aiding in maritime navigation for almost 250 years. The site features an...
Join us to relax, have a cup of coffee or tea + conversations
Come on down for Diamond’s Dine-In Drag Brunch! This is a weekly event with local Drag Queen Miz Diamond Wigfall! Someone will be her guest. Be ready for numbers, games, drag, and mimosas all afternoon.
International Classical Concert pianist Ingrid Jacoby will be performing at First Church in Salem (316 Essex Street, Salem, MA) Tickets are $25 online and at the door. To purchase online go to Ingrid Jacoby, is internationally acclaimed as both a recording and performing artist. She has been awarded a Career Life Award by the National...
The Salem Athenaeum is pleased to announce the fourteenth Salem Literary Festival (aka Salem Lit Fest), happening September 5-10. The majority of this year’s festival will be held in-person in locations around Salem, with a few sessions offered online only. The Lit Fest features more than 40 notable writers from across genres sharing their stories...
Join us every Tuesday during gallery hours for complementary tea with admission to the gallery.
Agriculture formed an essential basis of the pre-modern economy, and while the early modern period in Britain saw increasing urbanisation, it was in the fields and country lanes that many cunning-folk remained – both in actuality and in the popular public imagination – tending animals, crops, and the humans that farmed them: from folk magical...
Join the staff over at Bit Bar for a truly unique trivia experience! Get your friends and family together and team up to take on Tuesday Trivia Nights with Bit Bar.
Stop by Bit Bar on Tuesday nights for Karaoke, drinks, and delicious food for your entire crew. After 8pm Bit Bar becomes a 21+ venue so keep that in mind when making your plans.