Salem 400+ Hosting a Public Information Session!
March 27, 2025
Date: Monday, April 7, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: 77 Willson Street, Salem MA
Admission: Free and open to the public
The Salem 400+ initiative is set to host a public information session on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm at the Salem High School Auditorium. We are inviting residents and community members to learn more about the ambitious commemoration plans for the city’s historic milestone.
The information session represents a crucial moment for community engagement, offering residents an unprecedented opportunity to learn about the comprehensive plans for celebrating Salem’s rich and complex history.
“This is more than just an event,” says Dominick Pangallo, Mayor of Salem. “It’s an invitation for every member of our community to become an active participant in how we tell our city’s story.”
The session will provide attendees with:
- A comprehensive overview of the Salem 400+ initiative
- Preview of planned events and commemorations
- Insights into volunteer and participation opportunities
- Open forum for community questions
Reflecting the initiative’s commitment to inclusive storytelling, the information session embodies the spirit articulated in the project’s guiding philosophy: Salem is a city of passionate people, where everyone can find their community. From history buffs and artists to entrepreneurs and community activists, the event aims to demonstrate how every resident can contribute to this historic commemoration.
Attendees will learn about multiple ways to get involved, including:
- Volunteer programs
- Educational partnerships
- Cultural and artistic contributions
- Business and sponsorship opportunities
With the 400+ commemoration approaching, this information session serves as a critical touchpoint for building excitement and understanding about the upcoming citywide celebration. The initiative seeks to not just remember history, but to actively shape how Salem’s story is understood and shared.