One of the most famous myths surrounding early Puritan settlers is that they forbid pastimes like music, dancing, games and leisure activities. While Puritans had a strict, hardworking lifestyle they did believe there was a time and place for fun pastimes. Join the Salem Witch Museum for a special night of Puritan and Colonial crafts and games, as we explore some of the activities enjoyed by children living in early America. We invite kids of all ages to come and learn how to make a corn husk doll, create your own handheld loom, play old fashioned New England games and listen to some captivating stories! If you are interested in Puritan and early American history, or you just want to make a fun craft, this is an event for you!
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The Salem Historical Society collaborates with others in the support, development and sponsorship of key events helping to promote Salem’s history. We are involved with events such as the annual re-enactment of Salem’s resistance to the British during the Revolutionary War - Leslie’s Retreat, the newly conceived Ancestry Days, the First Day Walk and Lecture. We participate in the annual Essex Heritage Trails and Sails weekends as well as Historic Salem’s Christmas in Salem and many other events throughout the year. Check Destination Salem’s website, linked below, for a complete calendar of events happening in Salem.
DESTINATION SALEM
The Office of Tourism & Cultural Affairs for Salem, Massachusetts
Check Destination Salem’s website for up a to date calendar of events happening in Salem. As the official destination marketing organization for the City of Salem, Destination Salem cooperatively markets Salem as one of Massachusetts’ best destinations for families, couples, domestic and international travelers who are seeking an authentic New England experience, cultural enrichment, American history, fine dining, unique shopping and fun. The organization is a nonprofit, public-private partnership funded by both the City of Salem and the businesses that invest in advertising in the annual Salem City Guide & Map and the annual Guide to Haunted Happenings https://www.salem.org/.
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Earlier Event: April 28
Layers of Paint, Layers of History
Later Event: May 2
Decoupage Art Activity and Conservator Talk