Did you know that America’s oldest commercial candy was created and sold right here in Salem? Come to a wonderful, fun family event co-sponsored by The House of the Seven Gables and the City of Salem’s Park, Recreation and Community Services Department. Come learn about the sweet connection between candy, Salem and the House of Seven Gables!

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
Time: 1:00-3:00 P.M.
Place: The House of the Seven Gables

Our Valentine event will include:
* An outdoor scavenger hunt featuring chocolate facts and historical facts about The House of the Seven Gables. As this will be outdoors, please dress accordingly.
* Free ground passes to the historic site.
* A Valentine’s workshop with local artist in The Gables’ Visitor Center. Come make a valentine card for someone special. Please note that the workshop will be held from 1:00-2:30pm.
* Hot chocolate and cookies will be served.

In celebration of Salem’s 400+, we will have pre-cut hearts available and ask participants to write something that they love about Salem on the heart. We are hoping to get 400 hearts filled up that will help us create a display celebrating Salem’s quadricentennial.

This is a free event; however, pre-registration is encouraged in order to have enough supplies.