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    Bridget Bishop - hung 1692
    Alan B.

    It was good to see that a memorial was finally created at Proctors Ledge, 325 years later, for those poor souls executed during the Salem Witch Trials. I visited the memorial, which is over a mile away from Salem's bustling downtown and well-known tourist attractions, It is located in a residential area, down the street from a pharmacy. It is a small but important memorial, a reminder to all of us what can happen when fear and conspiracy theories replace common sense, and accusations transcend justice. Nineteen innocent people were hung at Proctor's Ledge during the 1692 witch trials. Proctor's Ledge is a small area on the lower slope of Gallows Hill between Proctor and Pope Streets in Salem, Massachusetts. It is accessible via Pope Street. There is no parking at the memorial, but there are numerous places to park and street parking nearby (I doubt the pharmacy would mind if you parked there for a few minutes). We walked from downtown Salem, it took about 15 minutes, and a portion of the walk took us past some beautiful and historic homes in Salem. There are many websites offering information about this important, but modest memorial including: https://historyofmassachusetts.org/proctors-ledge-memorial/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/site-salem-witch-trial-hangings-finally-has-memorial-180964049/ https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/proctors-ledge-memorial/ We should all remember injustices like this, and we were happy to visit this important tribute to those unjustly persecuted in 1692.

    Laura E.

    Small and simple, but lovely, memorial to the people unfairly murdered during the witch trials. It is pretty easy to find and visit.

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    Absolutely moving, anyone who is interested in the history needs to visit here. Parking might be tricky, I recommend parking at Gallows Hill Park (3 min walk), it's free and there is no timed parking for it.

    Lisa L.

    Breathtaking place when visiting Salem. This is where the actual hanging of the accused witched took place. You can feel the sadness when visiting these markers. You can actually walk above the markers during the day only and see the land where all of this went down. Very eerie feeling because it's deathly silent. We parked next to Walgreens and walked to the site. Only about a 2 minute walk.

    Jeremy J.

    It's a very creepy and unique thing to witness and see. This is proctors ledge which is where they hung the people that they considered witches in Salem. It's very creepy strange theory because this is the actual spot where they were killed and there are their names and tributes and I feel really weird because there's like a house is right next-door in somebody's backyard is this memorial where these people died so it's strange but I like history and learning things and seeing things so it's an awesome piece of history to check out.

    Vannessa P.

    What the World has been. Hate for those that are different. 1692 Salem Witch Trials Over 200 hundred people accused to be witches/warlocks. And would publicy hang or burn at the stake. Heck 1 man was even killed by flattening. Like how did people flatten to death a person back in 1962?

    Kat M.

    Area hard to find which is supposed to be the actual spot of where those who died in Salem witch trials were actually buried

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    It may not be for everyone as it's off the beaten path and a calm "attraction", so to speak, but to me, THIS is really what the spookiness of this town is all about!

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    Ropes Mansion

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    As a fan of Hocus Pocus (it's one of my favorite Halloween movies!), I was very much looking…read moreforward to visiting Allison's house. While I didn't enter the house, it was great to see the exterior and take photos from outside. The Ropes Mansion garden is free to enter, and is accessible through an arched pathway at the side of the mansion. The garden, while small, is beautiful and tranquil to walk through, complete with plenty of roses and a small pond. It's a great spot to take tourist photos as well. A must-visit for Hocus Pocus fans!

    We almost didn't make it see the Ropes Mansion before heading back home last week, but we decided…read moreour trip wouldn't be complete if we didn't see it. Do you remember in the movie when Dani and Max are outside the mansion just staring up at it in awe? That was me. The infamous mansion where Allison lives is a sight that can't be missed! It is located in a residential neighborhood at the very end of the street, but it is worth the quick detour away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist area. We came later in the evening so were only able to get a couple of night time shots - we wanted to get one of us in front of it, but a tour group was coming through at the same time and we didn't want to be too distracting. I'm not sure if they ever do tours inside, I believe the Ropes Mansion is owned by the Essex Museum, but the outside was definitely enough for me. If you're a fan of Hocus Pocus, this is a must stop!

    Salem Witch Museum - A really cool dusk photo of the outside amongst Salem crowds.

    Salem Witch Museum

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    ​If you've seen photos of Salem, you've seen this building. The massive, gothic, red-brick church…read moreexterior is easily the most iconic photo op in the city. Inside, however, the vibe is a bit of a time capsule. It feels like a mix between a theater and a history classroom--very "vintage 1970s" but in a way that feels like a Salem rite of passage. ​ ​The museum is divided into two parts: ​The Main Show: You sit in a large, darkened room while life-sized dioramas light up around the perimeter to a narrated soundtrack. It tells the story of the 1692 trials with a lot of drama. It's definitely "campy" and a bit dated, but it's a solid, digestible overview of the history. ​The Guided Exhibit: After the show, a staff member leads you through a second area that explains the evolving image of "the witch" through time. This part felt much more modern and actually touched on some interesting social themes like scapegoating. ​Duration: Plan for about 1 hour total. ​Booking: This is the most important tip--book your tickets online in advance! Especially in the shoulder seasons or October, they sell out hours (or days) ahead. Don't expect to just walk up to the door and get in. ​Price: At around $19, it's a bit pricier than the smaller museums, but it's the "big one" that most people feel they have to check off their list.

    I thought this was great. We arrived just in time for the 12pm start so had a few minutes to use…read morethe restroom. Upon starting you're in a large room which has various mini displays that are highlighted as the story goes along. Sadly people were talking during the presentation so it kinda ruined part of the vibe. The history was easy to digest and informative. The second pet was a lady speaking about the various exhibits in the room. The timeline was interesting to see when different events occurred in relation to others. Took about 40 min for the entire thing and found a cool monopoly type game in the gift shop!

    Witch City Walking Tours - Allison's House.

    Witch City Walking Tours

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    This was my first time in Salem, and I booked this tour with 8 of my coworkers--we had an absolute…read moreblast. From the moment it started, it was spooky, fun, and incredibly entertaining. Our tour guide was great: super knowledgeable, hilarious, and very interactive. They kept everyone engaged while sharing tons of fascinating and spooky history. The Hocus Pocus and Bewitched references were a huge bonus and added such a fun, nostalgic vibe. Seeing the Witch House in person was especially cool and definitely a highlight. For the price, this tour was 100% worth it. $37 for a 2.5-hour tour felt like a steal for how much you see. The only downside was the other group that was paired with ours. They were loud and kept interrupting the guide, which took away from the experience at time but that had nothing to do with how great the tour itself was. Overall, we still had an amazing time and would absolutely recommend this tour, especially for first-time visitors who want a spooky, fun, and memorable Salem experience

    Anne's tour was excellent and the perfect way to start our day in Salem! My guest and I aren't huge…read moreon ghosts, so we were looking for a more history-focused tour, and the History and Hauntings of Salem tour was the perfect balance. The two hours truly flew by. Would recommend to anyone visiting! PS - we went the first weekend AFTER Halloween. It was pleasant weather and not crowded at all. Anne showed us a picture of the crowds during peak Halloween season...that was the spookiest part!!! People packed in like sardines, a la Disney world in summer. Consider going in November if that's not your style.

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