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Dusty then and now

Date: June 4, 2012

Dusty, our tried and true mascot at The Gables, has been a fixture for many years. Here are some of the early pictures of Dusty when he was…let’s say…a bit more...

Potatoes, onions and carrots! Oh, my!

Date: May 29, 2012

With the guidance and expertise of a couple members of the museum staff, the students at Salem Prep – located at The Gables’ Settlement House – planted a vegetable garden...

Fun on The Fame!

Date: May 25, 2012

The Gables, located just up the street from the Schooner Fame, wanted to share their upcoming schedule of events! They have some great events planned for this summer! May 26 —...

The power of good!

Date: May 23, 2012

Buy a ticket, help us do good work! Your visit to The House of the Seven Gables funds community-building programs for at-risk youth and immigrant families. A significant portion of...

Eugene Masterson, Irish journalist talks about The Gables!

Date: May 17, 2012

“Whether it’s shopping or a bit of history you’re after from a break, it’s hard to beat Boston by Eugene Masterson BOSTON is a favourite haunt of Irish holidaymakers who...

Salem and The Wall Street Journal!

Date: May 13, 2012

Last weekend, The Wall Street Journal’s Acrostic puzzle clue “I” was of particular interest to The Gables’ Executive Director, Anita Blackaby, and her husband! Clue “I” you ask? “Sitcom whose...

The Gables is Gorgeous!

Date: May 8, 2012

The flowering trees are doing their duty at The Gables right now! And the garden inside the site is still stunning despite the tulips being past their prime! Even on...

Final Lineup for "Strong Women of The Gables" Lecture Series

Date: May 2, 2012

Wednesday, May 16that 7:00 p.m.  Admission is a suggested donation of $10 for members of The Gables, $15 for non-members Catharine Maria Sedgwick’s Literary Legacy  Presented by Lucinda L. Damon-Bach,...

May Day on beautiful Chestnut Street coming up!

Date: April 26, 2012

While The Gables is certainly not in the historic McIntire District, we think Salemites (and everyone) should know about this unique opportiunity to see some of Salem’s most grandiose homes...

Last Day of MassPoetry Festival!

Date: April 22, 2012

The Gables has been thrilled to be part of MassPoetry Festival 2012… Please join us this afternoon!  Here is a calendar of events: http://masspoetry2012.crowdvine.com/calendar