The famed television show, Bewitched, filmed a series of episodes in Salem in 1970. Though the crew’s time in Salem was short, the show made a lasting impact. In the episode featuring The House of the Seven Gables, Darrin and Samantha are followed back to their hotel by an enchanted bed warmer. The police are called and Samantha is forced to help Darrin get out of jail. Television and pop culture historian Robert Thompson will talk about Bewitched – as…
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Bring your phone behind the scenes for an Instagrammers morning meetup event at The House of the Seven Gables. This is an ArtWeek event. There are two sessions for this event: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. and 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. When you register, please select one session. Space is extremely limited for this event and confirmations will be sent as soon as possible. Click here to reserve your space or email jarrison@7gables.org or call 978-306-7003.
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“Immigration and Popular Culture” looks at the ways the media and popular culture have historically taught newcomers how to “be American,” and how the rich contributions of different immigrant groups have transformed American culture and art. The selected film for May 1 is The Search for General Tso. You can download the program six handout here: Immigration and Popular Culture (PDF) This program is free and open to the public. To register, click here , email erincon@7gables.org or call 978-306-7001. ### Click…
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Join the curators of the Punto Urban Art Museum and the North Shore CDC for an outdoor guided tour of the astounding mural art in Salem’s “The Point” neighborhood. This walking tour starts at 10:00 a.m. at the North Shore CDC, located at 96 Lafayette Street, Salem. Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. This tour will cover approximately 1 mile of walking (minimal seating along the way) and will conclude around 11:00 a.m. Please contact Allison at 978-306-7005 or afrench@7gables.org…
Find out more »As a thank you for service to our country, The House of the Seven Gables is pleased to offer free admission for veterans with military ID on Memorial Day. Active military families receive the military discount with ID during regular operating hours for guided tours. Please contact Dan at 978-306-7012 or info@7gables.org with any questions.
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92% of all people online use emoji. Nearly 50% of Instagram posts contain emoji. The "face with tears of joy" emoji was the 2015 Oxford English Dictionary word-of-the-year. These tiny emotive characters are barely two decades old yet have impacted digital communication in a major way. From their inception to quicken text messaging and their evolution into a representation of life as we know it, emoji are a ubiquitous method of communication across the globe. Jennifer 8. Lee is one…
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June 1 kicks off the monthly 17th Century Saturdays celebration in Essex County and at The House of the Seven Gables. First-period homes from around the region will be offering special activities all day. The Gables will offer free garden passes on June 1. With the garden pass, you can enjoy Living History Labs in the 1682 Hooper-Hathaway House, and unique shopping in the Museum Store, located in the c.1655 Retire Beckett House. Take in the architecture, seaside views, and the…
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Get your hands into all things fiber! Join us for an exploration into the historical methods of wool production, hand-sewing, rug-hooking, card weaving and more. These labors will be ongoing during the length of the program. Uncover the secrets and techniques of trades, chores & crafts of the past. Historical trade demonstrations will vary each month. Arts and Mysteries revealed will be scheduled during North of Boston's 17th Century Saturdays. This special programming will be included with your admission to…
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The Great American Road Trip is a product of the growth of the interstate highway system. These roads connected people and places for decades and spurred the growth of tourist attractions, motels, highway markers, and fast food in the twentieth century. Dan McNichol is a number-one bestselling author and an award-winning journalist who has just completed the Great American Road Trip in his 1949 Hudson in preparation for his next book. Come to hear about his unique experiences and expert…
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Rebel Yell Yoga will host the second annual Summer Solstice Yoga on our seaside lawn. It will be a magical night with The Chaos Factor and Dark Moon Healing Arts as well! Registration and pricing will take place with Rebel Yell Yoga. Be sure to join their mailing list for full details. A portion of proceeds from this event will support preservation and education at The Gables.
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