Join Salem State University's history professors Donna Seger and Brad Austin for a fascinating talk about their brand- new book, "Salem's Centuries: New Perspectives on the History of an Old American City." Drs. Seger and Austin will discuss some of their favorite stories from Salem's 400+ years of history and share what it was like...
SalemRecycles 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. These free...
Salem Main Streets and the Salem Chamber of Commerce invite you to come enjoy the annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival – a decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping! Now in its 24th year, the festival's signature elements include a Friday night kickoff party, 25 ice...
Did you know that America's oldest commercial candy was created and sold right here in Salem? Come to a wonderful, fun family event co-sponsored by The House of the Seven Gables and the City of Salem’s Park, Recreation and Community Services Department. Come learn about the sweet connection between candy, Salem and the House of...
Join us at the Witch House for a Fortune Teller Valentine craft. Free admission to the museum which will include examples of historic valentines and love charm superstitions.
Welcome the Year of the Horse with a vibrant festival heralding new beginnings and the coming of spring! Enjoy a scavenger hunt, art making and tours of Yin Yu Tang. Lunar New Year is celebrated in many Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, Korea, Singapore and Malaysia. While some traditions are shared across countries, others are...
In celebration of Salem 400+, join us for a series of four virtual readings of Salem’s Centuries: New Perspectives on the History of an Old American City, written and edited by Donna Seger and Brad Austin of Salem State University. Each session will focus on one century of Salem’s history. Salem is best known today...
Join us as we honor the 251th anniversary with the dedication of a new monument commemorating Leslie's Retreat. This significant addition to our community will preserve the memory of this important historical event for generations to come. The dedication ceremony will feature remarks from local historians, and community leaders. We hope you'll be part of...
Over the years, civic employees have uncovered remarkable pieces of our community's past in the most unexpected places. Tucked behind filing cabinets, nestled in dusty corners, and forgotten in the recesses of municipal buildings, these artifacts tell stories that official records sometimes miss. Among our discoveries: a check dating back to 1864, its ink faded...
March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate we are offering our Women’s History Tour! For over 400 years, from the Indigenous women who worked the land to our organization’s founder, women have always been a part of the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion’s history, but not always given the spotlight they deserve. The House of the Seven...
Last Day! Don't Miss out! Over the years, civic employees have uncovered remarkable pieces of our community’s past in the most unexpected places. Tucked behind filing cabinets, nestled in dusty corners, and forgotten in the recesses of municipal buildings, these artifacts tell stories that official records sometimes miss. Among our discoveries: a check dating back...
March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate we are offering our Women’s History Tour! For over 400 years, from the Indigenous women who worked the land to our organization’s founder, women have always been a part of the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion’s history, but not always given the spotlight they deserve. The House of the Seven...