March 6, 2025
Salem in 1626
Photo Credit: Map of Salem in the 1640s, from Emerson Baker, A Storm of Witchcraft, placed over a modern map of the region Salem: From Native Land to Modern Cities…
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February 26, 2025
Leslie’s Retreat: Historical Reenactment Draws Nearly 150 Reenactors in Commemoration
Salem, Massachusetts celebrated a significant moment in pre-Revolutionary War history this past weekend with the reenactment of Leslie’s Retreat, held four days ahead of its actual 250th anniversary. The event…
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January 15, 2025
Salem Commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the Historic “LESLIE’S RETREAT” with a Series of Events
Contact: Virginia “Gini” Cherol Email: vcherol@salem.com SALEM, MA – The City of Salem, in partnership with Salem 400+ and the Leslie’s Retreat SR Steering Committee, is providing an update for…
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November 21, 2024
Salem 400+ Communications Task Force
As the City of Salem approaches 2026, the city is seeking applicants to serve on a new Salem 400+ Communications Task Force to develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy…
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November 21, 2024
Salem 400 PLUS Task Force
As the City of Salem approaches 2026, the city is seeking applicants to serve on a new Salem 400 PLUS Task Force dedicated to both expanding our understanding of Salem’s…
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October 28, 2024
Keep Salem Magical
Step into the enchantment of Salem, where magic comes alive through our bustling waterfront, diverse shopping experiences, cuisine for every palate, world-class museums, captivating attractions, fascinating tours, and 400 years…
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October 8, 2024
Collaborative Vision Breakfast & Leadership Forum
I am excited to share that the Salem 400+ was invited to speak at the Peabody Essex Museum to let the creative community know what is being planned for the…
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