Private tour in Salem Giovanni A
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Book with a 20% deposit
up to 4 people
2 hours
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Giovanni A.
Hi! I am Giovanni. I am a seasoned raconteur and have been giving tours in Salem for 10 years. I...
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Examine the demographics, theories and personal stories comprising the dire events of 1692. You will see many of the locations that are full of witch trial history. The structures are long since gone except for a few. This is a fascinating tour that will shed new light on what happened during the infamous witchcraft hysteria which turned neighbor against neighbor. Learn about the events leading up to the hysteria, how it started, stories of those involved that include perspective from the accused, judges and bystanders and how the trials came to a halt. The witchcraft hysteria lasted a total of 15 months, but resulted in 20 executions with five more people dying in jail. Hundreds were accused from all over Essex, Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. I have over 10 years of experience teaching the witchcraft trials and believe you will come away from this two-hour tour with a detailed understanding of what was involved in the one of the most compelling episodes in our early history.
The tour starts at the Plaza in front of old Town Hall on Front Street. From there, we go to Sheriff Corwin's home location (will explain the Sheriff's role & impact) First Church (will describe vision of the town and church's role) Judge John's Hathorne's home location (short stop) Clerk of the Court Stephen Sewall's home location (will discuss what happened to the young girls) Witch House (Judge Jonathan Corwin House; will discuss the judges' role) Witch Dungeon Museum (outside only; will discuss jailing process) Court of Oyer & Terminer location (will discuss how the court worked) Bridget Bishop's home location (will tell her story) Salem Jail location (short stop) The site where Giles Corey was crushed (will explain his story). The Witchcraft Memorial
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Walking Tour.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Plaza in front of old Town Hall on Front Street.
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Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
2 hours
Transportation:
walking
1
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
2 hours
Transportation:
walking
1
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