Celebrate Salem’s 400th anniversary with a hands-on journey into the region’s earliest food traditions! Join Indigenous artist and historian Thomas Green and community herbalist Sheilagh Cruickshank for an engaging exploration of the foods and herbs that Native peoples in and around Salem grew and used for nourishment, healing, and cultural practices. During this free community...
Join us at Forest River Park! Salem families and friends of all ages are invited to the Salem 400+ Family Field Day, taking place on Saturday, July 12 at Forest River Park. This free community event features classic kids' field day activities, a kickball tournament for participants ages 14 and up (pre-registration is encouraged), free...
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...
Dogs have been part of Salem’s story for over four hundred years—not just as companions, but as workers, protectors, and witnesses to the city’s evolution. Today, Salem is one of the most dog-friendly cities in the region—but that didn’t happen by accident. This free, guided walking experience explores Salem’s history through the lens of dogs,...
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...
Dogs have been part of Salem’s story for over four hundred years—not just as companions, but as workers, protectors, and witnesses to the city’s evolution. Today, Salem is one of the most dog-friendly cities in the region—but that didn’t happen by accident. This free, guided walking experience explores Salem’s history through the lens of dogs,...
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...
Salem Summer Jam Inc. is a community-powered summer festival rooted in unity, inclusion, and youth empowerment. Held in Salem, Massachusetts, Salem Summer Jam brings families together for a free, all-ages celebration that blends arts, culture, education, and fun in a safe and welcoming environment. The event features live music and cultural performances, interactive youth activities,...
Celebrate and support Salem 400+ during this exclusive cocktail party fundraiser held aboard the visiting sail ship, the Pride of Baltimore II! Guests will enjoy an evening aboard this beautiful historic replica vessel docked at Central Wharf while enjoying conversation, cocktails, and gourmet hors d'oeuvres by Ferreira Foods. Built and launched on the shore of...