Zelfstandige audiowandeling door de heksenprocessen van Salem

This solemn memorial marks the confirmed site where 19 accused witches were executed in 1692. Its minimalist design encourages quiet reflection on the human cost of hysteria.

Through immersive exhibits and dramatic presentations, the museum introduces visitors to the events and legacy of the trials. It provides an accessible foundation for understanding how fear and belief collided here.

Set beside one of the city’s oldest cemeteries, this memorial honors the victims with powerful simplicity. Its engraved benches and contemplative space give voice to those once silenced.

Dating to 1816, this Federal-style landmark has long served as a hub of civic life and community gatherings. Today, it stands as a reminder of Salem’s evolution beyond its Puritan past.

This whimsical statue of Samantha from Bewitched celebrates Salem’s surprising role in pop culture. It’s a lighthearted contrast to the city’s heavy history and a favorite photo stop for visitors.

Once home to Judge Jonathan Corwin, this is the only standing structure in Salem with direct ties to the witch trials. Inside and out, it preserves the atmosphere of a world ruled by strict belief and uncertainty.

This elegant Georgian home—famous from Hocus Pocus—showcases the wealth and artistry of Salem’s later maritime era. Its lush gardens provide a peaceful break amid the city’s busy streets.

Founded in 1637, this is one of the oldest cemeteries in the United States. Here rests Judge John Hathorne, a key figure in the trials and the ancestor of author Nathaniel Hawthorne.

The congregation traces its origins to 1629, making it one of America’s earliest. This spot highlights the deep religious roots that shaped daily life—and the judgments—of colonial Salem.

This quiet cemetery stands near the site where Giles Corey met his brutal fate during the trials. Nearby, the old jail once held many accused, its walls echoing stories of fear and resilience.

This bronze statue honors Salem’s most famous author, whose works grappled with guilt, memory, and the shadows of the past. It stands near the waterfront that inspired much of his writing.

Built atop the former home of Sheriff George Corwin, this 18th-century mansion blends elegant architecture with layered local legend. Its history bridges Salem’s maritime rise and its darker earlier chapters.

This 1665 structure reveals centuries of architectural change through its exposed beams and evolving layout. Walking past it feels like tracing Salem’s transformation from a frontier settlement to a thriving port.