Last day for Citizen Salem at Old Town Hall
More information coming soon!
More information coming soon!
Join us for Hands-on History at The Gables! This summer, we invite young (and young at heart!) guests to explore different elements of our history and legacy through hands-on activities. This program will run July 4-August 30 on Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.. Hands-on History is included with your purchase of a...
Share your story and learn about how tea has influenced various cultures. This program aims to honor the community's heritage and enriches the cultural landscape, ensuring that it remains vibrant & inclusive for future generations. Enjoy tea from different countries and have fun! Registration is required by August 23. Please email jvalatka@7gables.org to register!
Presented by the North Shore AAPI Coalition, in recognition of Salem's 400th anniversary This community history project began with a question: why do we have so little information today about BIPOC people in Salem’s past? The exhibition retraces BIPOC presence during the Old China Trade era (1784-1844), a time following the American Revolution when...
Walking through Salem can feel like you're walking through history! Come celebrate Salem 400+ with us by helping recreate this extraordinary town using cardboard and mixed media. Add new characters to our ever-evolving street scene! Regular Drop-in Art Making is held in person Friday–Sunday and holiday Mondays in our Create Space studios. Friday art making...
Join us for Hands-on History at The Gables! This summer, we invite young (and young at heart!) guests to explore different elements of our history and legacy through hands-on activities. This program will run July 4-August 30 on Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.. Hands-on History is included with your purchase of a...
Join us for Hands-on History at The Gables! This summer, we invite young (and young at heart!) guests to explore different elements of our history and legacy through hands-on activities. This program will run July 4-August 30 on Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.. Hands-on History is included with your purchase of a...
Greg Coles Dance and Drum will be on hand at Charlotte Forten Park to offer a Latin dance program for the community including dance lessons in salsa, bachata, chachacha, Kizomba and merengue!
Join us on September 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Palmer Cove Park! Do not miss this community celebration that honors the rich history, vibrant culture, and public art of the Point neighborhood! Free Food! Bring your own seating, whether that be a blanket, or chairs!
Greg Coles Dance and Drum will be on hand at Charlotte Forten Park to offer a Latin dance program for the community including dance lessons in salsa, bachata, chachacha, Kizomba and merengue!
Despite looming large over the Salem Common, Roger Conant was the leader of the Salem colony for a very brief span of time and (to his chagrin) never got to name anything. Originally arriving at Plymouth, Conant is deeply entrenched as a founder figure of Salem. Join Salem Historical Society Board Member Carl Schultz as...
September 12-13 All Parks in Salem! Gather with your neighbors, bring lawn games, picnics, musical instruments and enjoy one of Salem’s 52 parks. Please make sure you leave your park in the same state you found it, carry in carry out waste