Salem Literary Festival | Literary Arts & Cultural Events

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Salem Literary Festival | Literary Events | Salem, MA

About Us

Founded in 2008, the Salem Literary Festival is a cherished cultural institution celebrating literature in historic Salem, Massachusetts. Now presented by the Salem Athenaeum, this annual fall festival unites published authors, aspiring writers, and book lovers through engaging literary programming. Our mission is to inspire and promote literacy while honoring Salem’s rich literary heritage.

Our Events & Programs

We offer a dynamic weekend of readings, writing workshops, panel discussions, and artistic expressions through music, theater, and dance, all held in historic venues throughout Salem.

Core Offerings
  • Author Readings & Discussions
  • Writing Workshops
  • Panel Discussions
  • One Book, One Salem Community Program
Specialty Services/Features

Our festival combines in-person and virtual events to reach a global literary audience.

Key Features
  • Live Author Interactions
  • Historic Venue Settings
  • Family Programming
  • Multi-Format Accessibility
Featured Programming

Our signature fall festival weekend features over 60 authors appearing across multiple historic venues, drawing hundreds of attendees from around New England and beyond.

Highlights
  • Free admission to all sessions
  • Local and regional author showcase
  • Young Adult literature programming
  • Historic Salem venue locations
Location & Contact

Salem Athenaeum 337 Essex Street

Salem, MA 01970

Connect

Phone: 978-744-2540

Email: staff@salemathenaeum.net

Website: https://salemlitfest.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalemLitFest/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salemlitfest/?hl=en

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Bringing Readers and Writers Together in Historic Salem

 

Please note: All festival participants must adhere to our anti-harassment policy. The Salem Literary Festival is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and safe environment for all attendees.

 

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