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Pioneer Village

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	The library received a donation of a Pioneer Village Scrap Book containing articles from approximately 1986 on from Peter LaChappelle. It chronicles the revival of the site. It can be found in the Salem Reference Room.		The library received a donation of a Pioneer Village Scrap Book containing articles from approximately 1986 on from Peter LaChappelle. It chronicles the revival of the site. It can be found in the Salem Reference Room.

	Pioneer Village is set to be moved from its' current location in Forest Park to the Salem Willows, ~~adjacent to~~ Camp Naumkeag. This is due to flooding concerns as well as the incorporation of representation from the Massachusetts tribe.		Pioneer Village is set to be moved from its' current location in Forest Park to the Salem Willows, at the site of Camp Naumkeag. This is due to flooding concerns as well as the incorporation of representation from the Massachusetts tribe. The project is called "The Pioneer Village Living History Museum". The relocation will be done via a barge and a new visitor center, "Gateway Pergola" with a narrative history of the village, and stories of indigenous and settler societies of Salem. The Massachusetts tribe has been involved in the project every step of the way.

			More information can be found at salemma.gov/418/Camp-Naumkeag-Pioneer-Village.

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	*"Pioneer Village & Camp Naumkeag, Salem, MA: A Proposed Project" ''''[https://www.salemma.gov/418/Camp-Naumkeag-Pioneer-Village Salem.gov]''''		*"Pioneer Village & Camp Naumkeag, Salem, MA: A Proposed Project" ''''[https://www.salemma.gov/418/Camp-Naumkeag-Pioneer-Village Salem.gov]''''

			*"History on the move - Pioneer Village to be relocated to Camp Naumkeag site by barge" ''Salem Evening News'' June 4, 2026, p. A01

Camp Naumkeag

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	Salem's Park and Recreation Commission took over the operation of this city-owned area, with the manager of Winter Island doing the bookings for family and business outings at the camp.		Salem's Park and Recreation Commission took over the operation of this city-owned area, with the manager of Winter Island doing the bookings for family and business outings at the camp.

	Starting in 2011, the Salem YMCA leased the camp for summer day camp.		Starting in 2011, the Salem YMCA leased the camp for summer day camp. In 2020, the YMCA stopped the use of the camp due to code violations.

			Project "The Pioneer Village Living History Museum" has been in motion since 2017 to bring Pioneer Village to the site of Camp Naumkeag due to flooding concerns and incorporation of representation from the Massachusetts tribe. The relocation will be done via a barge and a new visitor center, "Gateway Pergola" with a narrative history of the village, and stories of indigenous and settler societies of Salem. The Massachusetts tribe has been involved in the project every step of the way.

			More information can be found at salemma.gov/418/Camp-Naumkeag-Pioneer-Village.

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	*[https://patch.com/massachusetts/salem/then-now-a-history-of-health A history of health] (Naumkeag Camp) by Jerome Curley Salem Patch		*[https://patch.com/massachusetts/salem/then-now-a-history-of-health A history of health] (Naumkeag Camp) by Jerome Curley Salem Patch

			*"History on the move - Pioneer Village to be relocated to Camp Naumkeag site by barge" ''Salem Evening News'' June 4, 2026, p. A01

	*Vertical File in Salem Collection- '''Camp Naumkeag'''		*Vertical File in Salem Collection- '''Camp Naumkeag'''

Salem Veterans

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	The Friends of the Greenlawn cemetery have produced tour booklets with valuable information on the '''Civil War''' veterans buried there. See Tour booklet June 2015 in Vertical File "Greenlawn Cemetery Tour"		The Friends of the Greenlawn cemetery have produced tour booklets with valuable information on the '''Civil War''' veterans buried there. See Tour booklet June 2015 in Vertical File "Greenlawn Cemetery Tour"

			On Memorial Day 2026, the city dedicated two city squares to World War II heroes '''Sgt. Dean Ahearn''' (Killed April 9, 1945) and '''Sgt. William Anthony "Boley" Kielbasa''' (Killed December 30, 1944). Sgt. Ahearn was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantry Badge, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign meal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Campaign medal.
			The city square honoring Sgt. Kielbasa was placed at the intersection of Harrod and Irving streets. Sgt. Kielbasa was assigned to engage and contain the Germans in the "Battle of the Bulge". Sgt. Kielbasa was posthumously awarded the Bronze star medal.

	The links below have more information on these memorials.		The links below have more information on these memorials.
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	*"City to plant new Liberty Tree in honor of fallen Salem militiaman" ''Salem Evening News'', May 19, 2026, p. A1		*"City to plant new Liberty Tree in honor of fallen Salem militiaman" ''Salem Evening News'', May 19, 2026, p. A1

			"Kielbasa also honored with square" ''Salem Evening News'', May 27, 2026, p. A14

			"Remembering Salem veterans - City honors two who died in WWII" ''Salem Evening News'', May 26, 2026, p. A01

CinemaSalem

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	Patriot Cinemas at Museum Place Mall (based on the So. Shore) operated the theater from 1998-2005. Paul Van Ness and Bill Collins took the cinema over in 2006, running it as an independent theater.		Patriot Cinemas at Museum Place Mall (based on the So. Shore) operated the theater from 1998-2005. Paul Van Ness and Bill Collins took the cinema over in 2006, running it as an independent theater.

	The owner of CinemaSalem, Paul Van Ness announced in Nov. of 2019 that he is looking for a buyer for the independent movie theatre. He is doing more with his movie production business and would like		The owner of CinemaSalem, Paul Van Ness announced in Nov. of 2019 that he is looking for a buyer for the independent movie theatre. He is doing more with his movie production business and would like to sell the business. CinemaSalem closed its doors in June 2020. All the movie theaters in the state were closed since March because of the pandemic.

	~~to sell the business. CinemaSalem closed its doors in June 2020. All the movie theaters in the state were closed since March because of the pandemic.~~		Two longtime Salem residents Elaine Gerdine and Marshall Strauss have bought the cinema and hope to open again in spring 2021. The theater opened to the public in late 2021.

	Two longtime Salem residents Elaine Gerdine and Marshall Strauss have bought the cinema and hope to open again in spring 2021.

			In May 2026, the theater was awarded a $20K American Express grant to upgrade the space for live performances. 1/3 of the theaters revenue is from live events according to co-owner, Michael Strauss.


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	"New theater owners launch "I saved Cinema Salem" effort" ''Salem News'', Apr. 29, 2021, p. 14		"New theater owners launch "I saved Cinema Salem" effort" ''Salem News'', Apr. 29, 2021, p. 14

			"Cinema Salem Awarded $20K American Express Grant For Live Performance Upgrades" ''Patch'' May 21, 2026

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	Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.		Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.

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	*Holyoke helped organize the Massachusetts Medical Society and was awarded the first M.D. degree ever given by Harvard Medical School.		*Holyoke helped organize the Massachusetts Medical Society and was awarded the first M.D. degree ever given by Harvard Medical School.

	*Locally, he helped found both the Social and Philosophical Libraries in Salem, and was an incorporator of the Essex Historical Society, later the Essex Institute, in 1821.		*Locally, he helped found both the Social and Philosophical Libraries in Salem, the Salem Athenaeum and was an incorporator of the Essex Historical Society, later the Essex Institute, in 1821.

			*It was reported that Holyoke made an average of 11 house calls a day with that number reaching up to 100 during epidemics.

	*Holyoke, a near vegetarian, died in 1829 at 101 years old. He left behind many journals and diaries.		*Holyoke, a near vegetarian, died in 1829 at 101 years old. He left behind many journals and diaries.
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	*[http://salem.noblenet.org/Record/1352984 Sketches about Salem People] Article: Dr. Edward Augustus Holyoke, by R. Wiswall		*[http://salem.noblenet.org/Record/1352984 Sketches about Salem People] Article: Dr. Edward Augustus Holyoke, by R. Wiswall

			*""Always stuff you can do" Historian highlights contributions of elderly residents" ''Salem Evening News'' May 26, 2026, p. A01

Conant, Roger

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	Roger Conant (1591-1679) was the founder of Salem, coming here in 1626 after a failed settlement at Stage Point, Gloucester. Salem was called Naumkeag at that time, later changing its name to Salem, from the ~~hebrew~~ word for peace "[[Shalom]]".		Roger Conant (1591-1679) was the founder of Salem, coming here in 1626 after a failed settlement at Stage Point, Gloucester. Salem was called Naumkeag at that time, later changing its name to Salem, from the Hebrew word for peace "[[Shalom]]".

	Conant came to Naumkeag with a dozen or so of the better men from the previous settlement. A new English group of about 50 settlers came in 1628 under leadership of John Endicott. They merged and that was the beginning of the new settlement know as Salem~~. Conant later moved to Beverly where he died in 1679~~.		Conant came to Naumkeag with a dozen or so of the better men from the previous settlement. A new English group of about 50 settlers came in 1628 under leadership of John Endicott. They merged and that was the beginning of the new settlement know as Salem.

	~~A statue of Roger~~ Conant ~~sits~~ on the ~~Northwest corner~~ of the ~~Salem Common~~. ~~For more details~~, ~~see [[Roger Conant Statue]] on this site~~.		Conant took on the task of dividing Beverly and Salem when he was in his 70's and establish a separate church. Conant later moved to Beverly where he died in 1679 at the age of 87. In his lifetime, he dealt with the loss of his wife and four sons.

	Some of the people who settled with Roger Conant at Naumkeag: John Woodbury, William Allen, Peter Palfrey, John Balch, William Trask, Richard Norman, John Norman, Walter Knight, Thomas Gray, John Tylly, and Thomas Gardner.		A statue of Roger Conant sits on the Northwest corner of the Salem Common. For more details, see [[Roger Conant Statue]] on this site. Some of the people who settled with Roger Conant at Naumkeag: John Woodbury, William Allen, Peter Palfrey, John Balch, William Trask, Richard Norman, John Norman, Walter Knight, Thomas Gray, John Tylly, and Thomas Gardner. Conant's home town was Budleigh, in Devon England, before he sailed for America.

	Conant's home town was Budleigh, in Devon England, before he sailed for America.

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	*"Conant was a settler, not a witch" ''Salem Evening News'', April 9, 1992. p.9 Celebrating Conant's 400th birthday.		*"Conant was a settler, not a witch" ''Salem Evening News'', April 9, 1992. p.9 Celebrating Conant's 400th birthday.
	*"To Budleigh, with love: Conant connection lives on in U.K." ''Salem News'', Mar. 22, 2023, p. 1		*"To Budleigh, with love: Conant connection lives on in U.K." ''Salem News'', Mar. 22, 2023, p. 1

			*""Always stuff you can do" Historian highlights contributions of elderly residents" ''Salem Evening News'' May 26, 2026, p. A01

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Salem Offshore Wind Terminal

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	In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.		In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.

			The project, estimated to cost $250M-$300 (In addition to $75M from MassCEC, Salem Offshore Wind Terminal was supposed to receive $36M in grants from the federal government). In August 2025, the Department of Transportation rescinded $34M of the $36M grant promised to the project. Plans are being made to design a new port to account for the loss of the funds.

			As of May 2026, the project is paused due to ongoing political conflicts with the Trump administration, including a January 2025 executive order by Trump halting new leases for offshore wind.

	Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.		Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.
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	*"Crowley Wind Services - Salem Offshore Wind Terminal" ''https://www.crowley.com/wind/salem/''		*"Crowley Wind Services - Salem Offshore Wind Terminal" ''https://www.crowley.com/wind/salem/''

			*"Port cities trying to weather shifting winds" ''Salem Evening News'', May 21, 2026, p. A07

	*"Healey bill gives $70M for Salem wind terminal" ''Salem Evening News'', April 27, 2026		*"Healey bill gives $70M for Salem wind terminal" ''Salem Evening News'', April 27, 2026

Morris, Robert

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	Robert Morris, (June 8, 1823 – December 12, 1882) was a trailblazing attorney, abolitionist, and civil rights advocate.		'''Robert Morris''', (June 8, 1823 or 1825 – December 12, 1882) was a trailblazing attorney, abolitionist, and civil rights advocate. Born in Salem Massachusetts, Morris was the second African American lawyer in the US. He was also one of the first really successful African-American attorneys in the U.S. and was the first Black lawyer to win a jury trial. Morris advocated for the integration of public spaces, schools, and the military. He was also concerned with equal rights for women.
	Born in Salem Massachusetts, he was also one of the first really successful African-American attorneys in the U.S.
			Morris began working for White abolitionist lawyer, Ellis Gray Loring in 1836, running errands and doing other duties. Instead of attending traditional law school, Morris was an apprentice under Loring. He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar in 1847.

			Morris married Catherine H. Mason and had three children. Their first, Catharine was born in 1846 or 1847 and died at the age of 10 in 1856. Their second child, Robert Jr. was their only child to survive into adulthood. Their third child Mason died at the age of 1 in 1850. Robert Jr. eventually studied to become a lawyer and worked with his father.

			In 1848, Morris filed a lawsuit against the city of Boston. He argued that a student named Sarah Roberts had been unlawfully denied from the public school near her family's home. Sarah's father, Benjamin Roberts hired Morris to take on the case. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court upheld the Boston School Committee's decision and ability to continue to segregate students at their schools.

			Morris represented Shadrach Minkins in 1851. Minkins fled to Boston from being enslaved in Virginia. Minkins escaped the courtroom during a hearing and fled to Canada. Morris and others involved with Minkins legal representation were charged with aiding the escape in violation of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. The Fugitive Slave Act required the return of escaped enslaved individuals to their enslavers. Federal and local authorities were required to intervene in the capture, even if they crossed state lines.

	Morris had a strong relationship with Boston College and donated his library of books to them at his death.		Morris had a strong relationship with Boston College and donated his library of books to them at his death.

			In 2025, Mayor Dominick Pangallo declared June 8 '''Robert Morris Day''' in celebration of the legacy of the lawyer and activist.

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	==See Also==		==See Also==
	[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Morris_(lawyer) Robert Morris] Wikipedia		*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Morris_(lawyer) Robert Morris] Wikipedia

			*[https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/law/sites/students/library/special-collections/robert-morris.html Robert Morris] Boston College

			*[https://constitutioncenter.org/the-constitution/historic-document-library/detail/the-fugitive-slave-act-1850 The Fugitive Slave Act (1850)] National Constitution Center

			*[https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/law/sites/students/library/special-collections/robert-morris.html#event-the-fugitive-slave-act-of-1850 Robert Morris: Civil Rights Lawyer & Antislavery Activist] Boston College Law School - Special Collections

			*[https://www.salemma.gov/m/NewsFlash/Home/Detail/390 Mayor Dominick Pangallo Proclaims June 8 "Robert Morris Day" in Salem] Salemma.gov

	[https://www.bc.~~edu~~/~~bc-web/schools/law/sites/students/library/special-collections~~/robert-morris.~~html~~ Robert Morris] ~~Boston College~~		*[https://www.nps.gov/people/robert-morris.htm Robert Morris] National Park Service

Salem 400+ Celebration

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	*As part of the Salem 400+ celebration, the city announced that they will be restoring its President George Washington Landsdowne portrait, which is displayed at city hall. Wellpoint, a health benefits company will be fully funding the museum-grade restoration. The portrait is set to be revealed publicly during the city's 400th anniversary celebrations.		*As part of the Salem 400+ celebration, the city announced that they will be restoring its President George Washington Landsdowne portrait, which is displayed at city hall. Wellpoint, a health benefits company will be fully funding the museum-grade restoration. The portrait is set to be revealed publicly during the city's 400th anniversary celebrations.

	*In 2026, Harmony Grove Cemetery launched a new walking tour titled, "From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem's First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed". The event included a lecture by Peter Drummey, retired chief historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society about the impact of Salem's first mayor, Saltonstall as well as a self-guided walking tour of the 21 gravesites of former mayors of Salem. The tour was created for the Salem 400+ celebration. The self-guided walking tour will be available throughout the year.		*In 2026, Harmony Grove Cemetery launched a new walking tour titled, "From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem's First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed". The event included a lecture by Peter Drummey, retired chief historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society about the impact of Salem's first mayor, Saltonstall as well as a self-guided walking tour of the 21 gravesites of former mayors of Salem. The tour was created for the Salem 400+ celebration. The self-guided walking tour will be available throughout the year.

			*In June, Salem Food Tours will be presenting a 12-day festival in honor of Salem's 400th anniversary, celebrating the culinary history and current food culture of the city. The event will be titled '''Food at 400+''' and will feature various programming with events from historic open houses, speaker programs with topics like historically inspired restaurant menus, craft beverages, an urban farm visit, food-themed films, and an event featuring celebrity chef Scott Conant (Scott is a 13th-generation descendant of Salem's founder, Roger Conant). Over 17 restaurants will feature historically inspired menu items in an event titled '''Dine Back in Time'''. There will also be an event titled '''Sip Back in Time''' featuring Salem beverages of the past.

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	*"Salem To Restore George Washington Portrait At City Hall For 400+ Anniversary" ''Patch''. May 8, 2026		*"Salem To Restore George Washington Portrait At City Hall For 400+ Anniversary" ''Patch''. May 8, 2026

	*Salem's many mayors" ''Salem Evening News'', May 11, 2026, p. A1		*"Salem's many mayors" ''Salem Evening News'', May 11, 2026, p. A1

			*"Food at 400+ - 12-day festival to honor Salem's culinary past, present" ''Salem Evening News'', June 10, 2026, p. A1

Marquis de Lafayette

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	The Marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834) visited Salem Oct. 29, 1784 and was entertained at the Assembly Hall at 138 Federal St.		The '''Marquis de Lafayette''' (1757-1834) visited Salem Oct. 29, 1784 and was entertained at the Assembly Hall at 138 Federal St. He visited Salem again on August 31, 1824 and was accorded a great reception. General Lafayette left Boston and crossed through Chelsea, Lynn, and Marblehead to reach Salem. He was greeted by Colonel Putnam, chairman of the Selectmen of Salem. He visited the Essex Coffee House (renamed Lafayette Coffee House for the occasion) and then continued to Hamilton Hall. He dined at Hamilton Hall with 300 guests and visited Judge Story at 26 Winter Street.

	~~He visited~~ Salem ~~again on August 31,~~ 1824 ~~and was accorded~~ a ~~great reception~~.		In 2026, the city held a ceremony to celebrate a new marker in Salem to commemorate General Lafayette’s visit to the city in 1824. The ceremony is part of a project titled, the "Lafayette Trail". The project team is placing commemorative markers along the route that General Lafayette took during his visit. The marker in Salem will be at Lafayette Park on Lafayette Street in the Point neighborhood. The marker was donated to the city by the Lafayette Trail, Inc. as part of Lafayette250, honoring General Lafayette's contributions to American history and the American Revolution in light of the United States 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

	~~He dined~~ at ~~Hamilton Hall with 300 guests~~ and ~~visited Judge Story at 26 Winter Street~~.


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	*[https://streetsofsalem.com/2020/08/31/lafayette-fangirls/ Lafayette Fangirls] Streets of Salem blog		*[https://streetsofsalem.com/2020/08/31/lafayette-fangirls/ Lafayette Fangirls] Streets of Salem blog

			*"Salem to dedicate new marker commemorating General Lafayette" ''Salem Evening News'' May 25, 2026, p. A1

Haunted Warren Museum

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	*In March 2026, the museum was granted a 90 day trial period of a late closing time of 12 am midnight. This latest development follows a request by owner Elton Castee for a daily closing time of 2 am. Residents are disgruntled with this proposal as they believe it will lead to excessive noise in the early hours of the morning.		*In March 2026, the museum was granted a 90 day trial period of a late closing time of 12 am midnight. This latest development follows a request by owner Elton Castee for a daily closing time of 2 am. Residents are disgruntled with this proposal as they believe it will lead to excessive noise in the early hours of the morning.

			*The museum announced in May 2026 that they will be opening for a limited time on August 26. The opening will feature a guided tour and guests will purchase tickets in advance for specific entry times, with no outdoor queuing. The owners hope to be open until Christmas and then relocate.

	==See Also==		==See Also==
	Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Businesses'''		Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Businesses'''

	"Council OK's late closure for museum" ''Salem Evening News'', March 31, 2026, p. A1		*"Council OK's late closure for museum" ''Salem Evening News'', March 31, 2026, p. A1

			*"Paranormal artifacts museum to open Aug. 26" ''Salem Evening News, May 25, 2026, p. A1

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Salem Offshore Wind Terminal

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Salem Skipper

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	*The Salem Skipper announced that they will be ending services to Beverly and Danvers on July 1, 2026.		*The Salem Skipper announced that they will be ending services to Beverly and Danvers on July 1, 2026.

			* The Salem Skipper announced that they will be ending services completely on August 2, 2026 after the expiration of the grant used to run the program. The city applied for a $3M grant for continued service but only received $1M, which would only fund the operation through its' closing date of August 2. Local officials are working on other funding avenues to fund a service such as the Skipper again.

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	*"Salem Skipper to end service to Beverly, Danvers: Ridesharing service cited funding shortage" ''Salem Evening News'', May 7, 2026, p. A1		*"Salem Skipper to end service to Beverly, Danvers: Ridesharing service cited funding shortage" ''Salem Evening News'', May 7, 2026, p. A1

			*Salem Skipper to end service" ''Salem Evening News'', May 20, 2026, A1

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	Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.		Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.

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	Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.		Many entries in Salem Links & Lore list the Vertical File in Salem Collection in their list of "See also" resources. For a list of these topical files including newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other assorted printed materials contained in the Vertical File in Salem Collection use this link.

	[https://salempl.org/wiki/images/3/39/Vertical_File_A-~~Z_Updated_5~~-18-2026.pdf Vertical File A-Z 2026.pdf]		[https://salempl.org/wiki/images/c/c3/Vertical_File_A-Z_Updated_6-8-2026.pdf Vertical File A-Z 2026.pdf]

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Essex Heritage

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 '''Essex Heritage''' is a non-profit that manages, preserves, and promotes the Essex National Heritage Area, which encompasses 34 cities and towns in Essex County, Massachusetts. The Essex National Heritage Area was created by an act of Congress in 1996.
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Essex Heritage

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Created page with "'''Essex Heritage''' is a non-profit that manages, preserves, and promotes the Essex National Heritage Area, which encompasses 34 cities and towns in Essex County, Massachusetts. The Essex National Heritage Area was created by an act of Congress in 1996. Category:Browse Index Category:Clubs and Organizations ==See Also== Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Essex Heritage''' [https://essexheritage.org/about/] Essex Heritage Website"

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'''Essex Heritage''' is a non-profit that manages, preserves, and promotes the Essex National Heritage Area, which encompasses 34 cities and towns in Essex County, Massachusetts. The Essex National Heritage Area was created by an act of Congress in 1996.

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==See Also==
Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Essex Heritage'''

[https://essexheritage.org/about/] Essex Heritage Website

Salem Veterans

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	A memorial honoring '''Benjam Peirce'''- Salem's only minuteman to be killed in the battles of Lexington and Concord '''Major Gen Stephen Abbot''' was placed at the east end of the Church St. parking lot on Patriots Day in 1976 by Historic Salem, Inc. It was rehabbed and expanded in 2024 by Colin Bowker as an Eagle Scout project.		A memorial honoring '''Benjam Peirce'''- Salem's only minuteman to be killed in the battles of Lexington and Concord '''Major Gen Stephen Abbot''' was placed at the east end of the Church St. parking lot on Patriots Day in 1976 by Historic Salem, Inc. It was rehabbed and expanded in 2024 by Colin Bowker as an Eagle Scout project. In 2026, the city of Salem planted an American hybrid elm behind the memorial. This tree will replace the original planted 50 years prior and is a reference to the original elm tree in Boston commemorating where the Sons of Liberty gathered.

	'''Blue Star Memorial''' on Hawthorne Boulevard Traffic Island was created in 2013. This plaque honors all Veterans who have served, are serving and will serve the United States of America. The Salem Garden Club proudly maintains the plantings at this site.		'''Blue Star Memorial''' on Hawthorne Boulevard Traffic Island was created in 2013. This plaque honors all Veterans who have served, are serving and will serve the United States of America. The Salem Garden Club proudly maintains the plantings at this site.
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	*"New Salem veterans monument needs final fundraising push" ''Salem News'', April 26, 2024, A8		*"New Salem veterans monument needs final fundraising push" ''Salem News'', April 26, 2024, A8

			*"City to plant new Liberty Tree in honor of fallen Salem militiaman" ''Salem Evening News'', May 19, 2026, p. A1

Misery Island

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	*[~~http~~://~~www~~.~~northshorenature.com~~/~~great-~~misery-~~island-reservation~~-~~2/ Great~~ Misery Island~~] North Shore nature~~		*[https://thetrustees.org/place/misery-islands/] The Trustees - Misery Island

	*[http://essexheritage.org/attractions/misery-islands Misery Islands] Essex National Heritage Area		*[http://essexheritage.org/attractions/misery-islands Misery Islands] Essex National Heritage Area

Salem Offshore Wind Terminal

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	The '''Salem Offshore Wind Terminal''' was announced to be in development at the site of Salem Harbor Station in 2021, with agreements to develop the site in 2024. According to the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal site, "The terminal will be a logistics and operations center for turbine pre-assembly, transportation, staging activities and storage of assembly components." The project will redevelop the Salem Harbor Station and will create more than 800 jobs. The partnership is between Crowley, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), and the City of Salem.		The '''Salem Offshore Wind Terminal''' was announced to be in development at the site of Salem Harbor Station in 2021, with agreements to develop the site in 2024. According to the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal site, "The terminal will be a logistics and operations center for turbine pre-assembly, transportation, staging activities and storage of assembly components." The project will redevelop the Salem Harbor Station and will create more than 800 jobs. The partnership is between Crowley, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), and the City of Salem.

	In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford. Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.		In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.

			Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.

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Salem Power Plant

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	In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.		In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.

	Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.		Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.

Salem Offshore Wind Terminal

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The '''Salem Offshore Wind Terminal''' was announced to be in development at the site of Salem Harbor Station in 2021, with agreements to develop the site in 2024. According to the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal site, "The terminal will be a logistics and operations center for turbine pre-assembly, transportation, staging activities and storage of assembly components." The project will redevelop the Salem Harbor Station and will create more than 800 jobs. The partnership is between Crowley, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), and the City of Salem.

In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford. Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.

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==See Also==
Vertical File in Salem Collection - ''''''Salem Offshore Wind Terminal''''''

*"Crowley Wind Services - Salem Offshore Wind Terminal" ''https://www.crowley.com/wind/salem/''

*"Healey bill gives $70M for Salem wind terminal" ''Salem Evening News'', April 27, 2026

Salem Power Plant

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	Footprint began generating electricity on May 31, 2018.		Footprint began generating electricity on May 31, 2018.

			An offshore wind port terminal was announced to be in development at the site of Salem Harbor Station in 2021, with agreements to develop the site in 2024. According to the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal site, "The terminal will be a logistics and operations center for turbine pre-assembly, transportation, staging activities and storage of assembly components." The project will redevelop the Salem Harbor Station and will create more than 800 jobs. The partnership is between Crowley, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), and the City of Salem.

			In April 2026, the Healey-Driscoll administration filed legislation (House Bill 5377, filed by Healey on April 15) to redirect up to $70M to the new offshore wind terminal project. The Offshore Wind Tax Incentive Program was originally meant for an owner of an offshore wind facility rather than something like the wind terminal in Salem. Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) had not received any applications in the prior two years, but had budgeted $35M for both. This money will support the first phase of construction in Salem. If the legislature is approved, it will fill the funding gap necessary for phase one and construction will be able to begin. Once completed, the project will be the second offshore wind terminal in the state other than New Bedford.
			Further information about the project is available at salemoffshorewind.com.

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	"Salem Power Plant online; Footprint now generating electricity for the grid" ''Salem News'', May 31, 2018, p. 1		"Salem Power Plant online; Footprint now generating electricity for the grid" ''Salem News'', May 31, 2018, p. 1

			"Crowley Wind Services - Salem Offshore Wind Terminal" ''https://www.crowley.com/wind/salem/''

			"Healey bill gives $70M for Salem wind terminal" ''Salem Evening News'', April 27, 2026

Frigate Essex

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	*The Frigate Essex was built at Winter Island by Enos Briggs in 1799 after Congress passed an act to accept 12 vessels built on credit-debt. The war with France was heating up and the U.S. government was too poor to build their own ships. In a few short weeks, $74,700 was raised by Salem residents and Enos Briggs was named ship builder.		*The Frigate Essex was built at Winter Island by Enos Briggs in 1799 after Congress passed an act to accept 12 vessels built on credit-debt. The war with France was heating up and the U.S. government was too poor to build their own ships. In a few short weeks, $74,700 was raised by Salem residents and Enos Briggs was named ship builder.

	*The Essex measured 850 tons; 146 foot in length; her mainmast was 85 foot. Rigged as a three-master, she sailed the high seas as a warship for the next 13 years. She was one of the first ships in the U.S. Navy.		*The Essex measured 850 tons; 146 foot in length; her mainmast was 85 foot. Rigged as a three-master, she sailed the high seas as a warship for the next 13 years. She was one of the first ships in the U.S. Navy. She was launched from Salem on September 30, 1799.

	*She was captured by two British vessels in the harbor of Valparaiso in 1813.		*She was captured by two British vessels in the harbor of Valparaiso in 1813.
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	==See Also==		==See Also==
			Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Ships'''

	[https://www.salemma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6358/veterans_memorials_and_parks Salem Frigate] City of Salem Veterans site, (p. 24)		[https://www.salemma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6358/veterans_memorials_and_parks Salem Frigate] City of Salem Veterans site, (p. 24)
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	[http://Salem.noblenet.org/Record/2187216 The Frigate Essex papers : building the Salem Frigate 1798-1799] Peabody Essex Museum.		[http://Salem.noblenet.org/Record/2187216 The Frigate Essex papers : building the Salem Frigate 1798-1799] Peabody Essex Museum.

	[http://Salem.noblenet.org/Record/2382888 Essex Institute Historical Collections] Vol 10, Part 3, p.1-~~108~~		[http://Salem.noblenet.org/Record/2382888 Essex Institute Historical Collections] Vol 10, Part 3, p.1-1

			*''The Salem Gazette'', October 1, 1799

Mayors of Salem

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	The first mayor was Leverett Saltonstall who served from 1836-7.		The first mayor was Leverett Saltonstall who served from 1836-7.

			In 2026, Harmony Grove Cemetery launched a new walking tour titled, "From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem's First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed". The event included a lecture by Peter Drummey, retired chief historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society about the impact of Salem's first mayor, Saltonstall as well as a self-guided walking tour of the 21 gravesites of former mayors of Salem. The tour was created for the Salem 400+ celebration. The self-guided walking tour will be available throughout the year.

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	*"Driscoll era begins in Salem" ''Salem News'', Jan. 3, 2006, p.1		*"Driscoll era begins in Salem" ''Salem News'', Jan. 3, 2006, p.1

			*Salem's many mayors" ''Salem Evening News'', May 11, 2026, p. A1


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Salem 400+ Celebration

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	*In February 2026, Salem resident Karen Scalia initiated a "sister city" discussion with East Budleigh, England for the 400th anniversary celebration. Roger Conant, a New England colonist famous for establishing the city of Salem, was born in East Budleigh in April 1592. The East Budleigh Council unanimously agreed to the proposal after Scalia delivered a letter in June 2025 from Mayor Pangallo with Bicton Parish Council. The resolution was filed by Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the connection will be celebrated during the Food at 400+ festival in June 2026.		*In February 2026, Salem resident Karen Scalia initiated a "sister city" discussion with East Budleigh, England for the 400th anniversary celebration. Roger Conant, a New England colonist famous for establishing the city of Salem, was born in East Budleigh in April 1592. The East Budleigh Council unanimously agreed to the proposal after Scalia delivered a letter in June 2025 from Mayor Pangallo with Bicton Parish Council. The resolution was filed by Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the connection will be celebrated during the Food at 400+ festival in June 2026.

	*As part of the Salem 400+ celebration, the city announced that they will be restoring its President George Washington Landsdowne portrait, which is displayed at city hall. Wellpoint, a health benefits company will be fully funding the museum-grade restoration. The portrait is set to be revealed publicly during the city's 400th anniversary celebrations.		*As part of the Salem 400+ celebration, the city announced that they will be restoring its President George Washington Landsdowne portrait, which is displayed at city hall. Wellpoint, a health benefits company will be fully funding the museum-grade restoration. The portrait is set to be revealed publicly during the city's 400th anniversary celebrations.

			*In 2026, Harmony Grove Cemetery launched a new walking tour titled, "From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem's First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed". The event included a lecture by Peter Drummey, retired chief historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society about the impact of Salem's first mayor, Saltonstall as well as a self-guided walking tour of the 21 gravesites of former mayors of Salem. The tour was created for the Salem 400+ celebration. The self-guided walking tour will be available throughout the year.

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	*"Salem To Restore George Washington Portrait At City Hall For 400+ Anniversary" ''Patch''. May 8, 2026		*"Salem To Restore George Washington Portrait At City Hall For 400+ Anniversary" ''Patch''. May 8, 2026

			*Salem's many mayors" ''Salem Evening News'', May 11, 2026, p. A1