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Discover the magic of handmade fiber arts and mystical treasures at Circle of Stitches, Salem’s beloved yarn boutique and witchy lifestyle shop on historic Pickering Wharf. Founded by nationally-recognized knitting instructor Ana Campos in February 2015, this unique Salem destination blends high-quality fiber crafts with carefully curated witchy goods. Their tagline says it best: “Putting the CRAFT in Witchcraft.” Why Read more...
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Holiday Glass Art Classes & Gifts Discover the magic of creating your own handcrafted glass art this holiday season at North Shore Glass School in downtown Salem, MA. Our comprehensive glass art studio specializes in glassblowing, fused glass, flameworking, stained glass, and glass etching—offering the perfect experience for holiday gift-giving or creating one-of-a-kind ornaments and decorative pieces. Founded by master Read more...
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Art Museum Salem MA | Peabody Essex Museum PEM Discover world-renowned art and culture at the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), America’s oldest continuously operating museum and one of New England’s largest art institutions. Located in downtown Salem at 161 Essex Street, this spectacular museum welcomes holiday visitors with 850,000 works spanning cultures and centuries, including the remarkable Yin Yu Tang—a Read more...
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Lobster Rolls & Seafood Salem MA | The Lobster Shanty Experience Salem’s beloved dive bar with surprisingly exceptional seafood at The Lobster Shanty, a downtown Salem institution serving fresh lobster rolls, award-winning clam chowder, and creative seafood dishes since 1979. Located in historic Derby Square on Artists Row, this casual waterfront eatery combines a relaxed dive bar atmosphere with high-quality Read more...
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Experience Salem’s most beloved historic landmark this holiday season at the House of the Seven Gables. Located on scenic Salem Harbor, this National Historic Landmark District offers guided mansion tours, beautiful colonial gardens, and 330 years of maritime and literary history. Built in 1668, the House of the Seven Gables inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne’s legendary novel and continues to captivate visitors Read more...
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Discover extraordinary holiday gifts at Black Cat Curiosity Shoppe, a unique museum and gift shop in downtown Salem, MA. We specialize in curated curiosities, movie memorabilia, specialty teas, and locally made artisan goods—perfect for one-of-a-kind holiday shopping. Founded in 2013 by Salem historians Lara and Daniel Fury, our shop at 234 Essex Street offers a unique blend of authentic artifacts Read more...
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Sea Witch Salem MA | Coastal Witchcraft Gifts | The Sea Wych Discover ocean magic at The Sea Wych Salem, Salem’s only shop dedicated to sea and water witchcraft in historic downtown Salem, Massachusetts. Founded by Phe, a solitary sea witch with over 20 years of practice, our woman-owned boutique specializes in ethically sourced magical supplies, handcrafted ritual tools, and Read more...
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Discover comprehensive Salem tourism information year-round with Haunted Happenings Magazine, Salem’s trusted visitor resource since 1981. Published by Aimee Chouinard and her team at Best Maps, this free magazine connects locals and tourists with the best of historic Salem, Massachusetts—not just during October’s famous Halloween season, but throughout the entire year. Whether you’re planning a holiday visit to Salem or Read more...
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Holiday Shopping at Witch City Wicks in Downtown Salem Discover handcrafted holiday candles Salem, MA shoppers love at Witch City Wicks in downtown Salem. Our artisan boutique specializes in gothic-inspired fragrances that capture Salem’s mystical heritage, making them perfect for seasonal gift-giving. Founded in 2011 by Liz Frazier, we create 100% natural soy candles using premium fragrance oils and lead-free Read more...
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Experience Salem’s premier holiday celebration featuring two immersive attractions, festive shopping, and a European-style holiday market—all in one location at Salem’s historic Derby Street. Two Magical Attractions, One Ticket: $23 per Person Step into a world where Yuletide meets haunted history at Salem’s Haunted Neighborhood. Your admission includes entrance to both Salem Wax Museum’s Victorian holiday experience and the all-new Read more...
