The Lost Library

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The Lost Library

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The Lost Library | Peculiar Gift Shop | Salem, MA

About Us

The Lost Library is the immersive gift shop at Witch Village in historic Salem, Massachusetts. This enchanting retail experience invites visitors to wander through a meticulously crafted world of mystical charm and Gothic curiosities. Part of The Haunted Neighborhood, The Lost Library transforms traditional shopping into an exploratory journey through a life-size witch’s cottage, complete with enchanted nooks and Salem’s largest glowing pumpkin. This isn’t just a place to browse—it’s a destination where every corner reveals something peculiar, magical, and distinctly Salem.

Our Experience

The Lost Library creates an immersive shopping environment where Gothic shelves overflow with magical oddities, rare books, mystical décor, and locally crafted curiosities. Visitors discover treasures while exploring atmospheric spaces designed to spark wonder and imagination.

Core Offerings

  • Magical oddities and rare curiosities
  • Gothic home décor and mystical items
  • Locally crafted gifts and keepsakes
  • Rare books and literary treasures
Specialty Features

The Lost Library stands apart as an immersive retail experience that blends shopping with exploration and discovery.

What Makes Us Unique

  • Salem’s Largest Pumpkin – an iconic photo opportunity and centerpiece
  • Life-Size Witch’s Cottage – step inside an enchanted, fully realized cottage environment
  • Curiosity Corner – hidden treasures tucked throughout the space
  • Immersive Design – Gothic atmosphere with theatrical lighting and attention to detail
The Shopping Experience

You don’t just shop at The Lost Library—you explore. Each visit offers the chance to discover something new among the carefully curated collection of magical items, from enchanted décor to unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. The space itself is designed to be photographed, explored, and experienced as much as shopped.

Experience Highlights

  • Wander through atmospheric Gothic shelves and hidden alcoves
  • Explore a fully realized witch’s cottage interior
  • Discover locally crafted Salem treasures and one-of-a-kind finds
  • Photo opportunities throughout, including the iconic giant pumpkin
Contact

Location 282 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970

Information

The peculiar gift shop at Witch Village—where magic, mystery, and curiosities await around every corner.