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...
Join us in raisng Flags of Asian and Pacific Island nations to celebrate AAPI Month!
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...
Dedication ceremony for a new marker will take place as part of a Lafayette250 initiative honoring Lafayette's contributions to American freedom as the United States marks the 250th anniversary of...
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...
Join the City on Tuesday June 2nd at 6:30pm for a virtual community forum to learn more about historic Fort Lee and to participate in ongoing efforts to plan for...
The Salem Arts Festival promotes the arts in downtown Salem through a collaborative multidisciplinary festival, highlighting the existing artist community and encouraging general community participation in the arts. The Festival...
Join us when we plant an American hybrid elm behind the Benjamin Peirce/Major Gen. Stephen Abbot monument — a reference to the original elm tree in Boston under which the...
The annual Open House is day that all Historic New England properties are open to the public, free of charge. During Open House, guests interact with tour guides and hear...
Join us when the free Swap ‘N’ Drop returns to Salem Common! This is a fun, free opportunity to swap or donate usable clothing and household items, keeping them out...
Join us on the Salem Common to watch Beep Baseball from Adaptive Sports New England! Beep baseball is an adapted version of traditional baseball, where the ball emits a beeping...
“You can tell a lot about a community by the way they treat their dead.” On the morning of June 10th, 1692, one woman met the hangman’s noose. It was...