Boston’s Frightening HALLOWEEN GHOST and GRAVESTONES TOUR
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Salem Witch Museum Review
If you are looking for a fun and exciting way to celebrate Halloween this month, what better way to do so than to visit the Salem Witch Museum located in Salem, Massachusetts? Whether you believe in witches or not, dramatic stage performances offer the visitor an unforgettable lesson in one of the nation’s most popular Halloween destinations’ history.In 1692, in the small town of Salem, 180 people were accused of practicing witchcraft and thrown into prison for the crimes. Accused individuals were held against their will and had no way to defend themselves against what were sometimes simply baseless allegations. While a court was formed to defend the “witches,” it only led to more accusations and so the notorious “witch hunt” began.
The museum brings the visitor back to the town of Salem Village as it existed in 1692. Visitors are shown dramatic sets in which full-scale figures, narration and lighting set the tone for a remarkable history lesson. The “Witches: Evolving Perception” display teaches visitors about the word “witch” through a stimulating tour. The exhibit examines a typical pagan midwife and the stereotypical characteristics that led to the term “witch,” as well as contemporary witchcraft and how the occurrence of witch hunting began. Those who do not comprehend English can listen to the presentation in Italian, Spanish, Russian, Cantonese, Mandarin, German, French and Japanese.
Visitors can also view an interactive map of “Hysteria Sites.” The map, named after a book written in 1692 that depicted all of the original gravesites, foundations and houses as marked by historic signs, shows the visitors where witches were believed to have lived. While the majority of the “witch hunting” occurred in Salem, sites cover over areas including Boston, Salisbury, Wehnam, Peabody, Beverly, Marblehead, Haverhill and Andover. The map shows visitors just how far-reaching the citizens’ panic became.
Tickets for the Salem Witch Museum can be purchased from Trusted Tours & Attractions at: http://www.trustedtours.com/store/salem-witch-museum.aspx
Plymouth Historic Cemetery Tour Review
Planning to visit Plymouth Massachusetts in the month of October? Make sure to book a group tour for the Dead of Night Ghost Tour. Trusted Tours and Attractions offers discount prices to this one of a kind tour through the historical Burial Hill Cemetery. The tour begins with a stroll through the historic town of Plymouth, Massachusetts where the tour group will visit the Pilgrim Maiden Monument. They will also learn about the Mayflower II and explore other historical landmarks including Leyden Street, Brewster Gardens, and Burial Hill. Upon finishing the tour of Plymouth, the group is taken on a walk through the cemetery to visit the oldest tombstone in the America. During the walk, tour guides teach group members about the cemetery’s history and its early days as a meeting house, place of worship and the first fort. Guests also learn about the reason why families bought vaults in the 1800’s and are taken to visit other historical tombstones.
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour Boston Review
Halloween is approaching rapidly, and all of us like to do something a little scarier than usual for this holiday. For those that want to travel over the holiday the Ghosts and Gravestones Tour of Boston will fit well into your holiday travel plans. The Ghosts and Gravestones tour of Boston is so sure that they can scare the pants off anyone; they offer a money back guarantee. As we all know Boston is one of our oldest cities and has been home to the likes of many shady characters over the years.
Plymouth Ghost Tour
A dark October night with a chill in the air is the perfect time to go on the Plymouth Twilight Ghost Tour. Those who are brave enough to take the entire tour will leave with their heads full of ghost stories revolving around the cemetery and surrounding area, as well as the possibility of seeing some spooky things themselves. The tour leads guests through burial sites reputed as being haunted, Burial Hill, and the famous Plymouth Town Square.
Five Fun Family Things to Do and See in Boston for FREE
Boston is a modern city with a rich history and a plethora of free or reasonably priced attractions and museums for families. Located on Massachusetts Bay, Boston is known as the Capital of New England because of its enormous cultural and economic impact on the region. The city itself was settled in 1630, making it one of the oldest cities in the United States. Whether your family is looking for an educational experience or entertainment in its purest form, Bean Town is a great place to visit! The city’s compact nature and state-of-the-art public transportation system make it easy to enjoy Boston’s most popular free museums and attractions, including:
New England Aquarium – Review and Promo Code
Boston, Massachusetts has the privilege of being home to one of the most amazing aquatic attractions in the world, the New England Aquarium. Founded in 1969, it was one of the first modern public aquariums ever. Today, the aquarium brings in more than 1.3 million visitors every year. Families, students, and anyone interested in life under the sea will find the New England Aquarium to be worth a visit or two.
John F Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum – Review and Kids Go Free Promotion
The JFK Presidential Library and Museum is located on Boston’s waterfront and is an experience that can be appreciated by all ages, including history buffs everywhere. You can start the tour with some short films which play back to back in each of its three theaters. Then start your tour with a guide, or venture out on your own. The museum has a lot to offer with theaters, period settings, and 25 dramatic multimedia exhibits. One can get lost in history for hours with the wealth of knowledge that’s displayed within. From the outside to the amazing set up inside, one will not be disappointed, truly worth taking a day to soak it all in.