Beverly has always been a little wicked.

For nearly 400 years, the city has collected stories of witches, ghosts, strange creatures, unexplained sightings, and things that go bump in the North Shore night. Some tales are rooted in the historical record. Others have been passed down through generations, growing a little stranger, and perhaps a little more entertaining, with each retelling.

Join us for a walk through downtown Beverly as we dig into the darker and stranger side of local history. Along the way, we’ll encounter witchcraft accusations, ghostly encounters, mysterious creatures, local legends, and stories of the unexplained. We’ll explore the places where these tales took root and consider what they reveal about the people, fears, and imaginations of earlier generations.

When autumn settles over the North Shore, Beverly’s streets take on a different character. Join us after dark to uncover the strange stories, unsettling encounters, and enduring legends that have haunted this community for more than four centuries. Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or simply someone who enjoys a good ghost story, you’ll find plenty to keep you looking over your shoulder.

The past is never quite as quiet as it seems.