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On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve pa

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve passed it a bunch of times! Most people don’t know that the fountain on Essex Street, in front of East India Marine Hall, is actually a giant map of Salem. 👀

Henry is the best at pointing out these little gems around the city. Want to discover more details hiding in plain sight? Join us on a tour!

witchcitywalkingtours.com

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve pa

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve passed it a bunch of times! Most people don’t know that the fountain on Essex Street, in front of East India Marine Hall, is actually a giant map of Salem. 👀

Henry is the best at pointing out these little gems around the city. Want to discover more details hiding in plain sight? Join us on a tour!

witchcitywalkingtours.com

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into our busiest season! 🍂🎃

Tours start at 9 AM every day, running until 8 PM on weekdays and 9 PM on weekends—giving you plenty of options to fit a tour into your Salem plans.

Salem is only getting busier from here, so if you have a day and time in mind, grab your tour spot before it fills up! 🕯️

witchcitywalkingtours.com

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve pa

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve passed it a bunch of times! Most people don’t know that the fountain on Essex Street, in front of East India Marine Hall, is actually a giant map of Salem. 👀

Henry is the best at pointing out these little gems around the city. Want to discover more details hiding in plain sight? Join us on a tour!

witchcitywalkingtours.com

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into our busiest season! 🍂🎃

Tours start at 9 AM every day, running until 8 PM on weekdays and 9 PM on weekends—giving you plenty of options to fit a tour into your Salem plans.

Salem is only getting busier from here, so if you have a day and time in mind, grab your tour spot before it fills up! 🕯️

witchcitywalkingtours.com

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October nigh

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October night planned for you!

On October 16, 17, 23 & 24, select Hocus Pocus Movie Tours will visit all five filming locations before ending at the @salemnightfaire—a candlelit evening of vendors and entertainment at Pioneer Village.

Available tour times: 3:00, 3:30, 4:00 & 4:30 PM.

Night Faire admission is not included. Tickets must be purchased separately.

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve pa

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve passed it a bunch of times! Most people don’t know that the fountain on Essex Street, in front of East India Marine Hall, is actually a giant map of Salem. 👀

Henry is the best at pointing out these little gems around the city. Want to discover more details hiding in plain sight? Join us on a tour!

witchcitywalkingtours.com

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into our busiest season! 🍂🎃

Tours start at 9 AM every day, running until 8 PM on weekdays and 9 PM on weekends—giving you plenty of options to fit a tour into your Salem plans.

Salem is only getting busier from here, so if you have a day and time in mind, grab your tour spot before it fills up! 🕯️

witchcitywalkingtours.com

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October nigh

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October night planned for you!

On October 16, 17, 23 & 24, select Hocus Pocus Movie Tours will visit all five filming locations before ending at the @salemnightfaire—a candlelit evening of vendors and entertainment at Pioneer Village.

Available tour times: 3:00, 3:30, 4:00 & 4:30 PM.

Night Faire admission is not included. Tickets must be purchased separately.

If you’re looking for the perfect introduction to

If you’re looking for the perfect introduction to Salem, start here. 🕯️

Our History & Hauntings of Salem tour takes you through nearly 400 years of Salem’s past—from the Witch Trials of 1692 and our maritime history to historic architecture, local legends, and some of the city’s most haunting stories.

Led by expert local guides, it’s a little bit of everything that makes Salem, Salem.

And yes, it also happens to be the #1 Cultural & Historic Tour in the U.S. on @tripadvisor 🏆

Come walk Salem with us. 🍂

witchcitywalkingtours.com

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to

On September 19, 1692, Giles Corey was pressed to death (peine forte et dure) during the Salem Witch Trials. The 80-year-old farmer refused to enter a plea when accused of witchcraft, which meant he could not be tried. To force a plea, authorities placed heavy stones on his chest over the course of two days.

According to a letter from Thomas Putnam to Judge Samuel Sewall, Corey’s daughter Ann reported that her father’s apparition appeared to her, claiming he had been murdered by pressing and that “the Devil there appeared unto him,” promising he would not be hanged.

Corey’s death marked one of the most brutal episodes of the Salem Witch Trials, which ultimately claimed 20 lives. The final executions would take place just three days later, on September 22, 1692.

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve pa

If you’ve walked through downtown Salem, you’ve passed it a bunch of times! Most people don’t know that the fountain on Essex Street, in front of East India Marine Hall, is actually a giant map of Salem. 👀

Henry is the best at pointing out these little gems around the city. Want to discover more details hiding in plain sight? Join us on a tour!

witchcitywalkingtours.com

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into

We’re adding more tours every day as we head into our busiest season! 🍂🎃

Tours start at 9 AM every day, running until 8 PM on weekdays and 9 PM on weekends—giving you plenty of options to fit a tour into your Salem plans.

Salem is only getting busier from here, so if you have a day and time in mind, grab your tour spot before it fills up! 🕯️

witchcitywalkingtours.com

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October nigh

Hocus Pocus fans, we have the perfect October night planned for you!

On October 16, 17, 23 & 24, select Hocus Pocus Movie Tours will visit all five filming locations before ending at the @salemnightfaire—a candlelit evening of vendors and entertainment at Pioneer Village.

Available tour times: 3:00, 3:30, 4:00 & 4:30 PM.

Night Faire admission is not included. Tickets must be purchased separately.

If you’re looking for the perfect introduction to

If you’re looking for the perfect introduction to Salem, start here. 🕯️

Our History & Hauntings of Salem tour takes you through nearly 400 years of Salem’s past—from the Witch Trials of 1692 and our maritime history to historic architecture, local legends, and some of the city’s most haunting stories.

Led by expert local guides, it’s a little bit of everything that makes Salem, Salem.

And yes, it also happens to be the #1 Cultural & Historic Tour in the U.S. on @tripadvisor 🏆

Come walk Salem with us. 🍂

witchcitywalkingtours.com

Did you know some of the most important sites conn

Did you know some of the most important sites connected to the Salem Witch Trials are actually in Danvers, just a couple towns over from Salem?

In 1692, Danvers was known as Salem Village—and this is where the accusations that would become the Salem Witch Trials first began.

Today, you can visit the Salem Village Witchcraft Victims’ Memorial, erected in 1992 to mark the 300th anniversary of the trials. Unlike Salem’s memorial honoring the 20 executed, this memorial recognizes all 25 people who died as a result of the witchcraft crisis.

It’s one of several historic sites still standing or marked throughout Danvers that connect us directly to the events of 1692.

Would you visit the sites of old Salem Village? 🕯️

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9:00 AM to 11:00 PM

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32 Derby Square Salem, MA 01970 (Outside on the 3 staircases of the Old Town Hall)

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