"Settlement work thrived in the early days of the 20th century, with nearly 500 Settlements providing service nationally at the movement's peak. The history of large movements such as these can often overlook the details of the dedicated individuals who led them. In honor of Pride Month, The Gables is hosting a virtual panel featuring...
Join the City of Salem in celebrating Juneteenth! Charlotte Forten Park Salem’s Juneteenth Jam Festival III will take place on Friday, June 19th at 11:30am, at Charlotte Forten Park at 289 Derby Street. The keynote will be delivered by History Alive’s Sarah Parker Remond. “This year we are honoring Sarah Parker Remond on the anniversary...
Last day! Do not miss this! Food at 400+ website and info coming soon Food at 400+ will explore Salem's history through the lens of food, fishing, farming, spice trades, as well as culinary, hospitality, and related aspects, in creative and experiential ways. This family-friendly event will also share current and future challenges related to...
To support the ongoing preservation planning effort, the City and its consulting team will host a walking tour of the historic Fort Lee in the Willows on June 24th at 5:30pm. Fort Lee was constructed in 1776 for the Revolutionary War and is one of the last remaining earthwork fortifications in Massachusetts that still retains...
Come to Charlotte Forten Park to watch the Fifa Spain versus Uruguay soccer match! Bring chairs, snacks and settle in for a fun community watch party! Please sign up in advance as space is limited!
Time of the parade and festival (rain or shine!) Parade Line up – 11:00 am at Shetland Park Parade Start – 12:oo pm Festival Start – 1:00 pm Location of the parade and a map Link to the map! How to get to the event Parking can be difficult to find! Plan ahead – take the Salem...
Women's Weeds with Sheilagh Cruickshank is the first in Mack Park Farm's 3-part workshop series this summer celebrating Salem 400+! Stay tuned for our July 11 workshop, Roots of Salem: A Demonstration of Indigenous Foodways at the Mack Park Farm with Massachusett tribe member Thomas Green. Register here or with the QR code below! https://forms.gle/HA3nixo1t615G28p9
The Sustainability and Resiliency Department and the Salem Chamber of Commerce will welcome you to the annual Living Green Expo at Old Town Hall. This free, community event will bring together green industry professionals, city departments, and consumers from Salem and the North Shore to share sustainable products, services, and information. Please visit https://www.salem-chamber.org/LivingGreenExpo for...
Come to Charlotte Forten Park to watch the Fifa United States versus Bosnia and Herzegovina soccer match! Bring chairs, snacks and settle in for a fun community watch party! Please sign up in advance as space is limited!
Show off your red, white, and blue at Salem's annual Fourth of July Kids Bike Parade around Salem Common. Gather at the Salem Common playground at 11 am to decorate your bikes, scooters, and wagons. We will parade around the path inside the Common and stop for refreshments At O'Donnell's parking lot at 84 Washington...
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...
