Name: Salem Witch Museum
Address: 19 1/2 Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970, USA, US
Telephone: +1 978-744-1692

Salem Witch Museum is a museum, located at 19 1/2 Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970, USA. They can be contacted via phone at +1 978-744-1692, visit their website www.salemwitchmuseum.com for more detailed information.

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19 1/2 Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970, USA

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Added by Jopie, at 06 March 2017

Monday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Eric Smith

04 December 2017

Too expensive for a boring 2-part swindle. They have you wait in line for a ticket and by the time you make it to the front the show has already started and you have to wait for the next one.
In part one of the experience, they have you sit in a dark room with a lit pentagram on the floor with no explanation of what is happening. Then they play a recording about the history of the witch trials as different tableaux with manikins showing different parts of the story. And depending on where you sit in the room, you can’t really see 1/5 of the tableaux.
Then the room is split into two groups. The first group gets to go straight into part 2, where a tour guide leads you around some “exhibits” again with manikins that depict different aspects of witches. If you are unlucky and you’re in the second group, you get to wait in the gift shop while the first group goes.
Overall, this “museum” is not worth the high price they charge and to call it a museum is a bit of a stretch. There are not real artifacts from the witch trials. The whole experience is like being stuck in a bad documentary in person.
Thomas Vallor

01 December 2017

It makes me sad when I see people give this place bad reviews. Listen, it's set up so school groups can understand so don't expect advanced comprehensive history. And if you wanted state of the art special effects and sets then spend the money to go to Disney World. Salem's goal is to educate as many people as possible.
Chanel Wolter

10 November 2017

Disappointing. Part one was more of a quick story with lights shining on mannequins for a visual effect. I didn't really learn anything about witches so I don't think they should call themselves a museum. We had to spend ~15 minutes in the gift shop in between part one and two because they can't accommodate a large group in part two (?) Part two was more mannequins with a guide explaining that witches aren't bad. Overall, not great, admission was ~$12.
Rebecca Londono

22 October 2017

Disappointing. I was very excited to bring my son here because it is one of the places I really remember well from visiting Salem as a child myself. It was exactly the same except for one detail. The seats. I remember standing during this presentation and turning to look at each exhibit as they lit up. Now we had to sit near the wall the only exhibits we could see were the devil, trial, and pressing. It was definitely not worth paying for not being able to see half of it. I hated waiting in the gift shop for the second portion of the experience. I did enjoy the little walk through and the displays.
Cristina No

09 October 2017

Really nice! Teens will love it, do will adults! A bit scary for really young kids as you can see people (mannequin) hanging. Very informative and the staff is very friendly and helpful
Nicole B

09 October 2017

The staff was nice. I liked how the outside looked. This place should definitely not be called a museum. Maybe it's more of a reenactment. They also could eliminate the huge line and commotion by offering online ticket sales.
Alexandra Toner

08 October 2017

Perhaps it's unfair of me to give the museum only two stars since we didn't actually visit it as we intended. But this is more of a review about Salem overall. The reason my family didn't get to the museum is it because it was WAY too crowded at this time of year. I would urge anyone who is intent on seeing this museum, or any other attractions affiliated with the Salem Witch Trials, DO NOT GO IN OCTOBER!! I can't stress it enough. The Halloween atmosphere is fun, but it's also an absolute zoo, especially in terms of crowds and traffic. Not even going early in October will help you avoid the crowds. But if you DO insist on going at this time of year, be sure to bring LOTS of quarters in case you can only find parking at one of the old-school meters (most of the local businesses were not able or willing to make much change to help us).
Janan Graham-Russell

23 September 2017

The staff was kind and appreciated them bringing up some key players in the trials. But the language/historical references are dated (used the term "Indians" and talked about Tituba being Black). Also made an allusion to being persecuted for one's race as being similarwhich wasunfortunate. Not sure why they haven't updated things in the "museum." I also was hoping for a more "museum" experience. Or at least, more about the history of witches and witchcraft. It ended up being more of an apologist center for witches, which I didn't mind, but just didn't expect. People must like the tour because it was pretty full when we went. But when we come back to Salem, we won't be going here again.
Joshua Dantis

31 May 2017

I was skeptical at first. Didn't quite expect too much at first. But the exhibits and the narration are a fantastic reminder of our forefather's mistakes and retrospection to some of our own.
James Carr

28 May 2017

Simple presentation that goes over the key points of the with trials. Second portion glosses over the history of whichcraft. Plays up the spooky side. If you know even the faintest bit about the trials or have heard of the Crucibal it's not really worth your time.
Amy Lindrum

05 May 2017

3.7 Stars. There is a really high kitch factor here. I love it. The kiddos loved it. But you gotta know that going in. You can not take kids to Salem without stopping by for the tour. Not too pricey and you will learn a lot about the trials. Sweet staff that can and will answer all your questions.
Evgenii Kozhemiakin

23 April 2017

We expected a little bit more exhibits. I think if there will be a lot of different stuff of witches' craft like very old cauldrons, brooms, hats, shoes, books this museum become more interesting for all people. This is the way of success to get more customers, best rating and popularity. I wish good luck to all sponsors!!!
Clara Bow

13 March 2017

This is not for children under 6. There are some scary parts in the beginning presentation plus it's dark and had scary music, wish I had known beforehand. Save your time and MONEY and just walk around town- not down the tourist trap shopping lane. The more in depth review below is spot on. It's so sad this is the only original building left it's been changed inside and looks modern, the outside is the only cool part about it. Other places around are better. We came in from out of town but will never go back. Hope this will save someone.