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"Court Trial of Witches," illustration by unknown artist, published in "Witchcraft Illustrated" by Henrietta D Kimball, circa 1892

Bartholomew Gedney: Salem Witch Judge

Bartholomew Gedney was one of the judges during the Salem Witch Trials. Gedney was also a physician, town selectman, ship carpenter, merchant and a colonel in the Essex County militia…. Read more »

Salem Historic Sites

Salem, Mass is a historic town with many historic sites. The city’s history spans centuries and visiting these historic sites is a great way to experience Salem’s history first hand…. Read more »

Saint Peter's Church, Salem, Mass, photo by Frank Cousins circa 1865-1914

History of St. Peter’s Church in Salem, Massachusetts

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is a historic church in Salem and was the first Anglican church in the city. It is built on land donated in 1733 by local merchant… Read more »

Joshua Ward House in Salem, Massachusetts

The Joshua Ward House is a historic house on Washington Street in Salem, Mass. Built between 1784 and 1787, the house is a three-story Federal-style brick mansion constructed for local… Read more »

Old Salem Village, illustration published in A Short History of the Salem Village Witchcraft Trials, circa 1911

History of Salem Village

Salem Village was a farming community on the northern edge of Salem Town during the 17th century. It is famous for being the place where the Salem Witch Trials first… Read more »