May 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 History, for a tour of Washington Square surrounding the Salem Common to view some of the finest Federal era architecture in the nation. Tour will...
Step 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 four centuries of local history — and everyone is invited. History Alive, Inc. is planning a free public exhibit featuring 40 remarkable Salemites who shaped...
The Salem State Community Chorus presents “Salem by the Sea: A Musical Tapestry” in celebration of Salem 400+ on May 12 (open dress rehearsal) and May 13 (performance) at 7 pm. The concert takes place in Salem State’s Recital Hall located at 71 Loring Avenue. The nautically themed evening features works by Salem composers and...
Join us in raisng Flags of Asian and Pacific Island nations to celebrate AAPI Month!
Zero Waste Salem is hosting a Repair Café as part of Salem 400+, celebrating sustainable practices that honor our past and invest in our future. Volunteers will be available to mend clothing, sew buttons, and tinker with electronics—skills passed down through generations that help us build a more sustainable Salem for the next 400 years....
This is our annual cleanup to celebrate Spring in Salem! This is a rain or shine event! Registration will be required. Check back soon to find registration information.
Join us at City Hall Council Chambers as we raise the flag of Haiti to celebrate Haitian Flag Day! The Program will include a speaking portion at City Hall Council Chambers and flag raising.
Join us on Thursday, May 21st to hear about some of Salem’s key influencers through the ages with Salem’s very own historian, writer and photographer, Jim McAllister. Mr. McAllister will talk about older adults who left their mark on the community, helping to make Salem what it is today. Two sessions will be held at...
Join us on Thursday, May 21st to hear about some of Salem’s key influencers through the ages with Salem’s very own historian, writer and photographer, Jim McAllister. McAllister will talk about older adults who left their mark on the community helping to make Salem what it is today. Two sessions will be held at the...
As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, join us for Conflict & Community: Salem, Essex County, and the American Revolution — a dynamic series of programs exploring the American Revolution — its many perspectives, lived experiences, and lasting legacies. This series brings together a range of voices and experts to examine the...
In 2026, as part of the Salem 400+ initiative, PEM will present "Salem as Muse," a series of talks that highlight works represented in PEM’s collection. These programs will explore a diverse range of subjects that connect to the unique history and character of Salem, Massachusetts. Curator-at-Large Paula Richter will give a presentation centered on...
Don't miss out! Today, it's your last chance step Into Salem's Past! For this exhibit, Old Town Hall in Salem will be transformed into a living, breathing journey through four centuries of local history — and everyone is invited. History Alive, Inc. is planning a free public exhibit featuring 40 remarkable Salemites who shaped the...