Elephants & Sweet Treats a Silly Storytime of Salem Firsts
Did you know Salem had the first elephant ever to set foot in America? It's true! Join us for a silly storytime of fun Salem firsts- we'll be reading books,...
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National Park Service Salem Armory Visitor Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, United States
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Pirates! The Battle For Derby Street
Derby Street Derby Street, Salem, MA, United StatesOn April 25th, Salem's historic Derby Street waterfront transforms into a lively pirates and privateers venue. "Pirates! The Battle for Derby Street" is a swashbuckling festival packed with adventure, history,...
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“General John Glover: Unsung Hero of the Revolution” Lecture and Performance
National Park Service Salem Armory Visitor Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, United StatesJoin us for a memorable evening of music, history, and conversation celebrating the life, military service, and lasting legacy of one of the American Revolution's most celebrated — and often...
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Polish Constitution Day
Riley Plaza 1-21 Margin St, Salem, MA, United StatesJoin us in raising the Polish Flag to celebrate Polish Constitution Day! We will gather at Riley Plaza for flag raising and speakers.
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Hello Day: Salem Says Hello Again!
Salem Pedestrian Mall Essex Street, Salem, MA, United StatesOn May 1, 1971, Mayor Samuel Zoll proclaimed it "Hello Day." Fire station bells rang across Salem at noon. Residents poured into the streets — along Essex Street, across the...
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McIntire Historic District Walking Tour
Pickering House 18 Board Street, Salem, MA, United StatesTour is free, but space is limited! Register Here! Hosted by the Salem Historical Commission to celebrate Preservation Month and Salem 400+. Join Historical Commission Chair Vijay Joyce, owner of...
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Lafayette Street Historic District Walking Tour
Forest River Park 32 Clifton Ave., Salem, MATour is free but space is limited! Please register by calling the City of Salem Planning Department at 978-619-5685 or email pkelleher@salem.com. May 3rd 1pm-3pm - Walking Tour of Lafayette...
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Walking Tour of Derby Street District
Custom House 176 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United StatesMay 9th 10am-12pm - Walking Tour of Derby Street District Hosted by the Salem Historical Commission as part of Salem 400+. Hosted by the Salem Historical Commission as part of...
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Fishing Weir Demonstration
Dead Horse Beach 158 Fort Avenue, Salem, MA, United StatesFish weirs have been constructed by the Indigenous Massachusett people since time immemorial. Join Thomas Green and other members of the Massachusett Tribe to learn the history and participate in...
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From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem’s First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed
Harmony Grove Cemetary 30 Grove Street, Salem, MA, United StatesPlease register here! As part of the Salem 400+ celebration, we invite you to save the date: Saturday, May 9, 2026. Join us for a free special program featuring a...
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Washington Square Historic District Walking Tour
Salem Common N. Washington Square, Salem, MA, United StatesMay 9th 1pm-3pm - Walking Tour of Washington Square District Hosted by the Salem Historical Commission as part of Salem 400+. Join Historical Commission Chair Vijay Joyce, owner of Rekindled...
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Salem 400+ Parade Preparation Community Workshop Opening Day
Old Town Hall 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA, United StatesStep Into Salem's Past: History Alive Brings Free Interactive Exhibit to Old Town Hall This summer, Old Town Hall in Salem will be transformed into a living, breathing journey through...