Hawthorne & Local Events

  • Free Admission for August Adventures

    Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Supported by the Highland Street Foundation, PEM is offering free admission on August 15 for all visitors! About August Adventures During the month of August 2026, Highland Street Foundation is partnering with Massachusetts cultural institutions to provide one free activity each day for 31 days, including no-cost admission to museums, zoos, nature sanctuaries or historical sites. August Adventures: Free admission ...

  • Cry Innocent: the People vs. Bridget Bishop (at the VC)

    Salem Armory Visitor Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, United States

    It’s 1692. Bridget Bishop is accused of witchcraft and YOU are the jury. Hear the evidence, cross-examine the witnesses and determine the outcome. The actors respond as Puritans, revealing much about the Puritan mind. Is Bridget Bishop capable of witchcraft? YOU decide. This summer (2026), by special arrangement, Cry Innocent can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned auditorium of the Salem ...

  • Queer Community Gathering: Salem Night Live!

    Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Join us for a free, vibrant community gathering designed for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies. Prepare for an evening of laughter, music and connection at Salem Night Live, PEM’s inaugural variety show! Hosted by local comedian Ms. Adventure, Salem Night Live promises to be an unforgettable event, showcasing a fantastic lineup of musical performances and featuring special guests from the ...

  • Hands-on History

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Why just look at history when you can hold it in your hands? This summer, visit The House of the Seven Gables for a fun, Hands-on History activity designed to spark curiosity and get those creative gears turning. Included FREE with your Mansion Tour or Grounds Pass!

  • Tour en Español

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    ¡Un recorrido por La Casa de los Siete Tejados en español!

  • Bubbles & Books Storytime at Hammond Castle Museum

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, United States

    Join us every Wednesday morning in July & August for Bubbles and Books on our seaside lawn! Bubbles and Books is so much more than just storytime. It’s a seaside bubble party featuring stories, music, crafts, a light snack & even an outdoor scavenger hunt. Doors open at 10:00 am, with bubbles and a craft, then the story & snacks ...

  • Cry Innocent: the People vs. Bridget Bishop (at the VC)

    Salem Armory Visitor Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, United States

    It’s 1692. Bridget Bishop is accused of witchcraft and YOU are the jury. Hear the evidence, cross-examine the witnesses and determine the outcome. The actors respond as Puritans, revealing much about the Puritan mind. Is Bridget Bishop capable of witchcraft? YOU decide. This summer (2026), by special arrangement, Cry Innocent can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned auditorium of the Salem ...

  • Hands-on History

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Why just look at history when you can hold it in your hands? This summer, visit The House of the Seven Gables for a fun, Hands-on History activity designed to spark curiosity and get those creative gears turning. Included FREE with your Mansion Tour or Grounds Pass!

  • Tour en Español

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    ¡Un recorrido por La Casa de los Siete Tejados en español!

  • Bubbles & Books Storytime at Hammond Castle Museum

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, United States

    Join us every Wednesday morning in July & August for Bubbles and Books on our seaside lawn! Bubbles and Books is so much more than just storytime. It’s a seaside bubble party featuring stories, music, crafts, a light snack & even an outdoor scavenger hunt. Doors open at 10:00 am, with bubbles and a craft, then the story & snacks ...

  • Full Moon Yoga

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Wild Sea Wellness will be offering monthly yoga classes at The House of the Seven Gables throughout 2026. Be sure to check their website and calendar for details, dates, and links to register.