Salem Witch MuseumDescriptionThe events, which led to the Witch Trials, occurred in 1692. Two young girls began to exhibit strange behavior, such as blasphemous screaming and convulsive seizures. Pressured to identify the source of their affliction, the girls named three women.
Over the next weeks, other townspeople testified that they too had been harmed. New witches were named. By the time the hysteria had spent itself, 24 people had died. Nineteen were hanged on Gallows Hill in Salem Town, but some died in prison.
The Salem Witch Museum brings you back to Salem 1692. Visitors are given a dramatic history lesson using stage sets with life-size figures, lighting and a narration - an overview of the Witch Trials of 1692.
The museums examines the stereotypical witch, aspects of witchcraft in the 17th century, modern witchcraft and the phenomenon of witch hunts.
It showcases different items of witchcraft. The goal of the museum is to promote religious tolerance and participation in a positive society that encourages acceptance of all its people.
Entrance FeeAdult $6.50
Senior Citizen $6.00
Children (6-14 years) $4.50
Hours of Operation10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily;
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. in July and August.
Open year round. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Washington Square North
Salem, MA 01970
Phone: (978) 744-1692
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