Historian's Guide to the Salem Witch Trials

Salem, US
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Highlights

  • Expert guide with extensive knowledge of witch trials
  • Explore the dark history of the Salem Witch Trials
  • Visit key locations linked to the witch trials
  • Learn about the victims and their stories
  • Gain insight into the corruption and injustice surrounding the trials

Meeting Point

This is a small bricked area directly across from the Witch House at 310 Essex St.

Meeting point

309 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970 , United States

End point

End Point

Here we will talk about the Salem Witch Trials and some of the victims

Meeting point

24 Liberty St, Salem, MA 01970 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Captain William Driver Park

Directly across from the Witch house where we will give context to the trials

Duration 20 minutes
2

The Witch House at Salem

WE WILL NOT BE ENTERING

3

First Church in Salem

WE WILL NOT BE ENTERING Discussion about what led up to the trials in Salem

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

Turner's Seafood at Lyceum Hall -Salem

Discussion about the beginning of the witch trials and Bridget Bishop, the first victim

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
5

10 Federal St

Site of the Old Witch Gaol where some of the people accused of witches were held.

Duration 20 minutes
6

Old Salem Jail Lot

The site of the old jail and disputed location of where Giles Corey was killed (spoiler: it wasn't).

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

St. Peter's-San Pedro Episcopal Church

Here we will talk about the Sheriff George Corwin and his corruption.

Duration 5 minutes
8

Salem Witch Trials Memorial

Here we will end our tour talking about the witch trials and some other information about the victims.

Duration 20 minutes
9

The Burying Point

One of the oldest cemeteries in the United States. The Salem Witch Trial memorial was built directly next to it.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Krystina Yeager

What our experts say

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    Listen to the 'Effed Up History' podcast
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    Visit the Witch House before the tour
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    Check out nearby restaurants on Essex St.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking
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    Plan to explore Salem after the tour

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