Salem Witch Hunt: Myths & Misconceptions Walking Tour
2023-10-06 13:45 - 14:55, 2023-10-07 11:45 - 12:55, 2023-10-07 13:45 - 14:55, 2023-10-08 11:45 - 12:55, 2023-10-08 13:45 - 14:55, 2023-10-09 11:45 - 12:55, 2023-10-12 13:45 - 14:55, 2023-10-13 11:45 - 12:55 (America/New_York) and 16 more dates | Salem Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Learn the true causes and events behind the Salem Witch Trials in our documentary film, then discover the myths during our walking tour.

The Salem Witch Trials happened over 300 years ago, and it has been dramatized in books, documentaries, movies, and even TV shows. Over the years it has been presented so many times in so many ways that the line between fact and fiction gets blurred.
Our walking tour seeks to debunk any misconceptions you might have about the Salem Witch Trials, by sharing historic images, documents, and locations to uncover these myths and discover the truth behind this infamous time period in Salem’s history.
All walking tour tickets include entry to our documentary film Salem Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence which features authentic dialogue taken from court transcripts and commentary by renowned Salem Witch Trial scholars. Scenes depicted in the film were shot at actual locations associated with the Witch Trials of 1692. (Film is shown 11:00am,1:00pm and 3:00pm) You can choose to see the film before or after your walking tour.

FAQs
How long is the tour and where does it go?
The tour lasts 60-75 minutes, and travels less than 1 mile around downtown Salem. The tour includes stops at the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, and the site of the original 17th century jail.
Where does this tour leave from?
All tours leave from in front of the Salem Armory Visitor Center at 2 New Liberty Street.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket?
You do not need to print our your tickets you can just show the confirmation email to the tour guide or staff at the Essex Heritage Information Desk.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
For detailed information about parking/transportation to Salem in October CLICK HERE
Is this tour handicap accessible?
Not entirely, a few of the areas that the tour goes are uneven, narrow, or dirt paths that are not easily navigated with wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Please also be aware that the tour lasts 60-75 minutes and does not include places to sit so be prepared to stand the entire time.
For any questions and information please call (978)224-2036 or email KathrynR@EssexHeritage.org
PLEASE NOTE: We will only cancel the tour due to extreme rain, so be prepared for any kind of weather as October temperatures can be unpredictable, and this tour takes place entirely outdoors. Ticket holders will be notified by email or text if we decide to cancel last minute.
REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED IF YOU MISS YOUR TOUR DUE TO PARKING OR TRAFFIC ISSUES; TRAFFIC IS HEAVY IN OCTOBER, AND PARKING IS EXTREMELY LIMITED, PLEASE PLAN IN ADVANCE TO ARRIVE ON TIME.
The city has an interactive parking map for the downtown CLICK HERE to view that.

Eerie Stories on Salem Sound
2023-10-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-07 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Central Wharf, 193 Derby Street, (docked behind Waite & Peirce), Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Experience Salem in October like never before! Join us for an hour-long boat tour diving into the eerie side of Salem’s historic past.

Join us aboard our boat Naumkeag for 1 hour of live storytelling on the Salem Sound. You’ll be enthralled by Salem’s dark and historic past!
Escape the crowds this fall and take to the sea, where haunting tales and harbor views await! Join us Saturdays in October at 2:00pm & 4:00pm to dive into the dark side of Salem’s history. On this 1 hour boat tour, your guide will relate tales of murderous plots, public executions, and strange sightings. You’ll find that the facts of Salem’s past are stranger than any fiction you could dream up. Come ride the waves of history – just keep a weather eye for privateers!
Tours depart from the end of Central Wharf, behind the Waite & Pierce Museum Store (193 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970). Walk past Waite & Peirce and the National Park Restrooms and walk all the way to the end of the wharf, your crew will be waiting at the dock to greet you!
Please plan on arriving 10 minutes prior to departure, to ensure that you don’t miss the boat. Be advised that it can get chilly on the water and there is no indoor seating on the boat. We recommend a warm, wind-resistant coat for the best experience.

Important Information:

This tour covers grim topics of true history, and is recommended for audiences 12 and above.
Parking is extremely limited in October so please plan ahead, we cannot hold the boat if you are running late, or cannot find parking. For detailed information about parking and transportation to Salem in October CLICK HERE
With the high demand for tickets in October full refunds will only be given with a week notice.
Alcoholic beverages are NOT allowed on the boat, and if you are visibly intoxicated you will not be permitted to board.
Pets are NOT permitted with the exception of certified service animals defined by Title II and Title III of the ADA.
Public restrooms are available behind the Waite and Peirce building; there are no restrooms on board the boat.

Please contact RyanC@essexheritage.org with any questions.
PLEASE NOTE: W﻿e will only cancel the boat in extreme weather or rough seas, we keep a dedicated weather advisory line at (978)998-2188 that you can check prior to departure. Passengers will be notified by email or cell if we decide to cancel.
