Explore the Gardens of Old Salem through a guided tour of our boldly colored flowering plants, just in time for Independence Day! These specialty guided tours are INCLUDED with our general admission ticket, so get yours today! This guided tour will also be offered at the following dates/times: July 1 | 1:00 PM July 2 […]
Join us for a guided look at our Revolutionary-era artifacts, many of which were produced right here in Salem! Many residents of the early American south chose to show their pride and patriotism through their art, and they used a wide variety of mediums to do so. From cross-stitch to metalwork, come see what early […]
Celebrate our nation's 250th with us – the same way we have since 1783. Join us for a day full of hands-on activities, historic demonstrations, live music, and more all in celebration of our 250th Independence Day. For full list of events and activites, please visit our Independence Day webpage t the link below! All […]
Join us on America’s 250th birthday for a special performance of one of our first American anthems. Psalm of Joy was composed for Salem’s first Independence Day celebration in 1783. A Moravian minister as well as a talented musician, Peter infused the work with themes of peace and thanksgiving. The piece blends accessibility with sophistication: approachable enough for community participation, yet clearly influenced […]
Stroll through the garden on a guided tour to learn more about the Mallow plant family, get a closer look at similar structures, and discover which Mallows are present in our everyday lives! This guided tour will also be offered at the following days/times: July 11 | 1:00 PM July 18 | 11:30 AM & […]
Get your hands on one of Old Salem's staples in baking and cooking: earthenware pottery! Learn about the press-mold pottery techniques that put the Salem potters on the map and see the bakeware in action. Participants will sample traditionally made baked goods cooked in earthenware dishes, plus get your own hands on the pottery! All participants […]
Our final concert in the Sounds of Salem series, each program contains brief anecdotes from the musicians, offering insight into the music you’re about to hear, its historical significance, and its connections to the Moravian musical tradition. This concert is about 1 hour and 30 minutes with a short intermission. From the historic Tannenberg Organ in Salem to the […]
On Saturday, August 1st, Old Salem will kick off our Summer Science Scavenger Hunt, running through the end of September! Sponsored by Novant Health, the scavenger hunt allows families to collect science facts as they tour the historic district—scavenger hunt materials available with your ticket at check-in. Young scientists who complete the Scavenger Hunt will […]
Join us for a special tour and lecture on building your own pollinator garden. Finish the three-part series with a packet of seeds – a mix of nectar flowers and host plants native to the Southeast for you to plant at home and attract butterflies to your own garden! Our gardens here at Old Salem […]
Back by popular demand! Join the Old Salem metalworkers to create your own pewter spoon. Pewter was a common material for dining ware in the 18th century. Come participate in the magic of casting and learn the skills of finishing fine pewterware, just like the residents of Salem in the 1700s. Participants will use traditional […]
We welcome homeschool families year-round, but for those looking for a more personalized museum experience, our Homeschool Days are for you! Rooted in the Moravian educational philosophy that “all play has purpose,” these days invite homeschoolers to take learning beyond the classroom and explore the cross-curricular connections found in local history. On Homeschool Days, large […]
