Kids get a feel for The Gables’ early Settlement House activities Caroline Emmerton’s 1916 SettlementApril 13 to April 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. SALEM — In 1916, Caroline Emmerton’s Settlement House in Salem served the immigrant families living in the museum’s neighborhood. The children often attended classes that taught household and industrial skills like cooking, woodworking, sewing and

by Joey Phoenix Salem Womxn’s History Day falls this year on March 24, and local museums and businesses are honoring this day in Salem style. This day has become a local tradition since Mayor Kim Driscoll decreed the celebration of women a few years ago as part of the international happenings of Women’s History Month every March. Salem, Massachusetts is

Free guided tour of The Gables for Peabody residents on March 3  SALEM — The House of the Seven Gables is pleased to invite residents from Peabody to a free guided tour of the celebrated mansion made famous by Salem author Nathaniel Hawthorne and his novel, “The House of the Seven Gables.” Peabody’s Community Day is set for Sunday, March

SALEM — The House of the Seven Gables is pleased to invite residents from Beverly to a free guided tour of the celebrated mansion made famous by Salem author Nathaniel Hawthorne and his novel, “The House of the Seven Gables.” Beverly’s Community Day is set for Sunday, February 24. The House of the Seven Gables is one of six historic

In 1668, merchant and ship-owner John Turner built a house on Salem Harbor that was destined to become one of America’s most beloved historic homes. Designated a National Historic Landmark District in 2007, The House of the Seven Gables is best known today as the setting of world-renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1851 novel.

Patricia Dunlavy Valenti will chat with guests and sign her books,Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, A Life, volumes I and II, following the lecture.

I love to tell stories within my images. Within The House of the Seven Gables who couldn’t become immersed in the idea that so many lived moments have taken place within these marvelous rooms. I imagine all the people who’ve lived in this home, both real and written by Hawthorne, every time I visit this historic place. Each image creates a thoughtful moment in my picture that you, the viewer, get to finish as a story in your mind. I’m inspired by storytelling and here attempt to portray a small bit of theater.

Greed. Lies. Revenge. And love. Nathaniel Hawthorne’s iconic American novel, “The House of the Seven Gables,” has it all. It took 167 years but the wait is worth it. Playwright JF Dacey has adapted the book for stage and North Shore audiences are in for a treat. Three dramatically staged readings are scheduled in mid-January and those interested are advised to reserve their seats now.