The Witchcraft Trial of Bridget Bishop
Bridget Bishop was the first victim to be hanged during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Bishop, whose maiden name was Playfer, was born sometime between 1632 and 1635 in… Read more »
Category: Colonial Era
Historic Lyceum Building Renovated
The historic Lyceum building, built on top of the former site of Bridget Bishop‘s apple orchard, in Salem, Mass has recently been renovated. The building is reportedly haunted by the… Read more »
History of the First Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving was a harvest celebration held by the pilgrims of Plymouth colony in the 17th century. Many myths surround the first Thanksgiving. Very little is known about the… Read more »
The Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact was a social contract the pilgrims signed in November 1620 to establish law and order in the new colony. It is an important primary source for the… Read more »
History of the Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 were a dark time in American history. More than 200 people were accused of practicing witchcraft and 20 were killed during the hysteria. Ever… Read more »