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SUMMARY:Treasure Islands of Salem Sound with Chris Leahy
DESCRIPTION:Join local naturalist and birding expert\, Chris Leahy\, on his special birding-focused harbor tour which – will delight nature lovers. \n\n\n\n\nNaturalist Chris Leahy will be leading this nautical exploration of the marine habits of Salem Sound and help you identify all the birds you’ll see along the way. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of Salem Harbor and learn more about the amazing array of bird species who call the north shore home during the summer months. \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nTickets: \n\nAdults: $40\nChildren (4-12 yr): $25\nEssex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! (A discount code will be provided on membership confirmation letter.)\n\nAre there restrictions on who can go? \nYES. All passengers must be: \n\nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp and the rugged island terrain without assistance.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/treasure-islands-of-salem-sound-with-chris-leahy-5/
LOCATION:10 Blaney Street\, 10 Blaney Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
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SUMMARY:Cry Innocent: The people vs. Bridget Bishop
DESCRIPTION:Hear the testimony. Cross-examine the witnesses. Decide the outcome. Live\, interactive\, and critically acclaimed. Play your part in history! \n\n\n\nThe year is 1692. Bridget Bishop has been accused of witchcraft\, and YOU are on the Puritan jury. Hear the historical testimonies\, cross-examine the witnesses\, and decide the verdict. \nCry Innocent is a live\, theatrical reenactment \nAdvance tickets are recommended. CLICK to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\nAbout the Experience \n\nCry Innocent takes place in the auditorium at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center\, located at 2 New Liberty Street. The auditorium features comfortable seating\, is fully air-conditioned\, and is wheelchair accessible.\nThe pre-show arrest takes place 15 minutes before the show starts outside in Armory Park.\nThis show is interactive\, and audience participation is part of the fun — so come ready to engage! Please note that rude or unruly behavior will result in being asked to leave.\nClosed water containers are welcome inside the auditorium\, but no other food or beverages are permitted.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory Alive\, Inc.: is committed to the production of new plays and theatrical scenarios based on true stories from the past. Emphasis is given to interactive theatre so that actors and audience together\, through a playful and dynamic way of engaging with history\, might broaden their understanding of the present and gain a fresh sense of purpose within their own era. The company also seeks to invigorate the local economy by designing activities which connect the community and its visitors to a distinct\, local history. \nEssex Heritage: is a non-profit organization that has been federally authorized to manage and oversee the unique heritage resources of the Essex National Heritage Area. Our mission is to preserve and enhance the historic\, cultural\, and natural resources of the Essex National Heritage Area located in Essex County\, Massachusetts. \n\n\n\nRead less
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/cry-innocent-the-people-vs-bridget-bishop/
LOCATION:Salem Armory Visitor Center\, 2 New Liberty Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T183000
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SUMMARY:1776: Why Independence?
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Robert Allison as he discusses the challenges\, opportunities\, and the role of Essex County as America declared independence in 1776. \nWhy did the American colonies declare Independence in 1776? What were the challenges\, and what potential opportunities did they see? How did their thinking change from trying to preserve their long-cherished charter rights to announcing their arrival as an independent entity\, equal among the powers of the earth to all other nations? What was the role of Essex County in this momentous decision? \nRobert Allison\, a professor of history at Suffolk University\, also teaches at the Harvard Extension School. He has written a series of short books about the American Revolution\, as well as histories of Boston and of Cape Cod. His longer works include publications on the Barbary Wars and Naval hero Stephen Decatur. He edited an edition of “The Interesting Narrative of Olaudah Equiano\, or Gustavus Vassa\, the African.” Allison created two classes for The Teaching Company’s series “The Great Courses\,” one focused on colonial America (“Before 1776: Life in the American Colonies) and the other on Benjamin Franklin (“The Age of Benjamin Franklin”) His work draws from his teaching\, which has covered all phases of American history\, though his primary focus is the American Revolution and the early American republic. He is president of the Colonial Society of Massachusetts\, a scholarly organization which publishes primary documents on early American history\, a life-trustee of the USS CONSTITUTION Museum\, and as chair of Revolution 250\, Allison hosts its weekly podcast\, a series of conversations on the Revolution with historians\, museum curators\, and reenactors. \nWhile admission is free space is limited; registration is strongly encouraged.\nCLICK HERE to Register \n\n\n\nThis program is part of the Conflict & Community: Salem\, Essex County\, and the American Revolution lecture series. This series is a partnership between Essex Heritage and Salem Maritime National Historical Park and highlights the unique role of Essex County communities during the American Revolution. CLICK HERE for more information about Conflict & Community programs.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/1776-why-independence/
LOCATION:Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center\, 2 New Liberty Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Misery Island Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join mycologist Jana Harris from Essex Forays for a guided mushroom walk at Great Misery Island. \n\n\n\nFor all those interested in discovering fungi growing on the Misery Island of the coast of Beverly/Salem. This unique island environment hosts conifer and hardwood trees that provide background to growing fungi. Fungi don’t stop there. Animals nesting and living on this island contribute significantly to the growth of fungi and lichens on the island’s stone ruins. Join us on an exploratory walk around the island with Jana Harris of Essex Forays\, certified in Wild Mushroom Food Safety and a member of Boston Mycological Club. Jana will ID mushrooms as we go and learn about edible and non-edible species. The trip will last about 2.5 hours and will give participants a chance to look closely at mushroom species that thrive in this secluded environment. Depending on weather\, there will be different types of mushrooms to explore. \nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, garden gloves\, bring a water bottle\, tick and bug repellent\, ID field guide and a basket (optional). Please be aware that there is a lot of poison ivy off the trails on the island\, so gloves and long pants are highly suggested.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/misery-island-mushroom-walk-9/
LOCATION:Misery Island\, Salem\, MA\, 01944\, United States
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