The 1692 Salem trials are infamous for being the greatest witch hunt in American history. Untangle the tragic tale of Salem's witchcraft hysteria. Explore the perfect storm of factors that led to these disastrous events, including religious discord, political factionalism, the worst weather of the century, and an abject failure of leadership. Examine the decisions made by Massachusetts leaders, including Salem’s local ministers, the panel of nine judges who heard the trial, and the governor who appointed them. Led by Salem Witch Trials historian Dr. Emerson "Tad" Baker, a Professor of History at Salem State University and the author of two books on the topic, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience and The Devil of Great Island: Witchcraft and Conflict in Early New England.

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Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.