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November 18, 2020
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Making Space for Artists with North Shore CDC’s Schools Project

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by Joey Phoenix This month, we’re highlighting local businesses as part of our #StayLocal2020 campaign. Scroll to the bottom for more information. North Shore Community Development Coalition (North Shore CDC), the organization behind Salem’s Punto Urban Art Museum, Espacio – Community Space, and YouthBuild North Shore, is at it again with the Schools Project. The project will be a repurposing of
November 18, 2020
October 22, 2020
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Historic Jacob Lawrence Exhibition Leads to Discovery of Missing Painting

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From the Peabody Essex Museum A painting by esteemed American artist Jacob Lawrence, unlocated for decades, has been discovered and will join the nationally-touring exhibition Jacob Lawrence: The American Struggle, organized by the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM). Panel number 16 is one of 30 that comprise Lawrence’s powerful epic series Struggle: From the History of the American People (1954–56), and it will be
October 22, 2020
October 8, 2020
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Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day with These Community Events

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from The City of Salem The City of Salem will commemorate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a series of community events and programs starting October 9th through October 12th. All events are free and open to everyone. Friday, October 9 This Friday, the Jonathan Corwin House (the Witch House) and Pioneer Village: Salem 1630 jointly launch The Naumkeag, an online exhibit exploring the history,
October 8, 2020
October 5, 2020
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Experience Salem Massachusetts From Afar This October

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From Destination Salem Fall and Halloween are a major part of what Salem is known for. This year everything is different, but there are still ways to celebrate the season without being in crowds. Businesses in Salem have added virtual programming to their October calendar to make sure that no one misses out on the Halloween spirit this year. The options
October 5, 2020
October 5, 2020
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PEM extends hours to safely accommodate October visitors

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From The Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) announces extended hours to help safely accommodate visitors to the museum’s highly-anticipated fall exhibitions, The Salem Witch Trials 1692 and Salem Stories. During the October tourism season in Salem, the museum will be open Thursday, 10 am–5 pm, Friday and Saturday, 10 am–8 pm, and Sunday, 10 am–5 pm. PEM will also be
October 5, 2020
September 22, 2020
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Salem

Walk with Hawthorne at the House of the Seven Gables

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from The House of the Seven Gables And you thought you knew Nathaniel Hawthorne.  Fans of the 19th century bestselling author and his gothic works are in for an earful of surprises when they download “Hawthorne’s Shadow: An Intimate Tour of Salem” — one of two immersive guided walking tours of Salem and its neighborhoods produced by Intramersive, of Salem, on
September 22, 2020
September 21, 2020
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Salem is (virtually) going to the dogs (and cats and lizards and bunnies)

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The 6th Annual Howl-o-ween Pet Parade/ Costume Contest – Now happening virtually! Submissions must be received by October 15th and voting will occur October 16 through October 22, awards announced on Fri. October 23rd.  Click here to register! Salem Main Streets is very pleased to produce the sixth annual Howl-o-ween Pet Parade. With the current restrictions and regulations, we are
September 21, 2020
September 20, 2020
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Destination Salem Offers Guidance on How to Spend October in the Witch City During COVID Era

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from Destination Salem Each October, Salem, Massachusetts, is an international destination for tourists looking to immerse themselves in its rich history. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the fall of 2020 will look a lot different in Salem than other years, however, there are many ways in which visitors can experience a rich, cultural visit. It is a great time to be
September 20, 2020
September 11, 2020
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Destination Salem Launches New Mobile App For Visitors To Plan Their Visit To Salem

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Destination Salem has launched a new mobile app to provide visitors and residents with comprehensive information about exploring Salem to access the latest information. This new app features news, business listings, educational content, maps, and location-based notifications. The mobile app was created by Aloompa. “This year, as we are closely monitoring the safety guidelines set forth by the City of Salem
September 11, 2020
September 5, 2020
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PEM opens two new exhibitions focused on Salem’s rich and storied history, publishes collection guide book

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From the Peabody Essex MuseumCover image credit: Tompkins Harrison Matteson, Trial of George Jacobs, Sr. for Witchcraft, 1855. Oil on canvas. Peabody Essex Museum, Gift of R. W. Ropes, 1859. 1246. Courtesy of Peabody Essex Museum. Photo by Mark Sexton and Jeffrey R. Dykes. This fall, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) presents two exhibitions brimming with the stories, people and
September 5, 2020