Archive for December, 2009
Witch Hill – Danvers
Witch Hill in Danvers is an important part of the Salem Witch Trials. It’s where “spectral evidence” was observed in 1692, and used as evidence against people accused of witchcraft in Salem.
The correct name for the site is Whipple Hill, and it’s a hauntingly wild and lovely location for hiking. Marked trails lead you to [...]
Posted: December 26th, 2009 under Witch Trials.
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Samuel Parris’ home – Danvers
The Salem ghosts book is moving ahead nicely. I’ve visited Salem several times in recent weeks, researching various haunted locations.
One of my favorites is the foundation of the home where the “witch” hysteria began: The home of the Reverend Mr. Samuel Parris*.
His home was in Salem Village. Today, that’s Danvers, the town next to Salem. [...]
Posted: December 19th, 2009 under Salem families, Witch Trials.
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