Welcome To Salem!
ToSalem celebrates Witchcraft, Halloween, and of course, Salem, Massachusetts. Here, you’ll find the coolest attractions, the hottest restaurants, deep dives into the Salem Witch Trials, information on Metaphysics and so much more. Check out the areas below to get started. Stay weird, witches!
The Latest from ToSalem
Salem Witches – An Overview
Salem witches are anti-conventionalist, pro-empowerment, and embrace spiritual reclamation. So, too, is the energy of Salem, Massachusetts.
What is Neo Druidism? Druid Ancestry, Magick, and Celtic History
Neo Druidism is oft touted as a Magickal tradition that’s older than most. How did an ancient spiritual order shape the western world?
Thelema – What is Thelema, History, Holy Books, Symbols, Tarot & More!
What is Thelema? This religion, created by Aleister Crowley offers Magick for all. Learn about Thelema’s history, holy books, and more!
All Things
Salem, Mass
Witch City, USA has so much to offer its million annual visitors. Some of the coolest Witch Shops, Places to Stay, and Psychics are in Salem, Massachusetts. But, if you’re not familiar with this seaside town, figuring out where and how to get started can be a bit overwhelming. ToSalem is here to help! Check out the posts and pages below to get familiar with everything worth knowing about Salem, Massachusetts.
Pentagram Witchcraft and Magick Shoppe
Pentagram Witchcraft and Magick Shoppe opened in October, 2020. Is there much here to distinguish it from other Salem Witch Shops?
The Salem Witch Trials Memorial
The official Salem Witch Trials Memorial is one of the more somber and contemplative monuments in the Salem Ma. Here’s what you need to know.
Die With Your Boots On
Everything you need to know about Die With Your Boots On in a short video. Location, hours, prices, merchandise, local authors, and more!
Metaphysics
Like any admirer or practitioner of Witchcraft, my interest in Neo-Paganism spread outward to the Esoteric and Metaphysics broadly. What is Metaphysics? It’s defined as, “The branch of philosophy that deals with the first principles of things, including abstract concepts such as being, knowing, substance, cause, identity, time, and space.” Pretty broad, right? Don’t worry, there are tons of subjects and articles here to help you get familiar with all things Metaphysical.
Hermes Trismegistus – Hermes God, Greek God, Symbol, Mythology, and History
Among western Philosophers, Magicians and Scientists, none cast so long a shadow as the legendary figure of Hermes Trismegistus. Learn more!
I’ve Started Doing Ritual Magick | Here’s What Happening
After years of reading and wandering, I’ve finally found a way of thinking about ritual magick that seems both workable and useful to me. I’ve started practicing and things are already changing. So I decided to turn the camera on and record what’s happening and what I think about it.
What is Alchemy?
What is alchemy? Many people are familiar with the concept of turning lead into gold. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
The Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials undoubtedly did more to define Salem, Massachusetts than anything else in the town’s history. While comparatively short (we’re really only talking about a year), the Trials and their horrors left an indelible mark on the entire North Shore region. Without the Trials, there is no Witch City. Start below to learn all about the Salem Witch Trials, from broad timelines to deep dives on all the key players and everything in-between.
The Salem Witch Trials | Tituba
Tituba is one of the most misunderstood people connected to the Salem Witch Trials. In this series of videos, I explore Tituba’s entire life.
The Salem Witch Trials | Bridget Bishop
Bridget Bishop has been relegated to the set of familiar names connected to The Salem Witch Trials, but few know her story. Today, I’d like to change that.
The Real Tituba – Part One
Who was Tituba? She’s been presented as the victim, anecdotal player, and trickster of the Salem Witch Trials. But the truth is far more interesting!
Witchcraft
In the 1970’s a Witch named Laurie Cabot moved to Salem, Massachusetts. This is notable for a variety of reasons, one of which is that Cabot opened the first Witch Shop in Salem. This, along with a few other key events, helped change Salem’s perception of its own history. It also established a home for contemporary Wiccans, Witches, and other Neopagans in Salem. Since Salem and Witchcraft are so linked, it should be no surprise that I am absolutely fascinated with all things Witchy. Explore all the dark things your little Pagan heart desires below.
What is Neo Druidism? Druid Ancestry, Magick, and Celtic History
Neo Druidism is oft touted as a Magickal tradition that’s older than most. How did an ancient spiritual order shape the western world?
Thelema – What is Thelema, History, Holy Books, Symbols, Tarot & More!
What is Thelema? This religion, created by Aleister Crowley offers Magick for all. Learn about Thelema’s history, holy books, and more!
Feraferia
Imagine a secluded society on the top of a distant mountain. The people there surround themselves with ramshackle temples and hand-made talismans of the Goddess, crafted over many years by several calloused hands. Imagine these followers thrive emotionally, spiritually, and psychically deep in the heart of nature. They sing devotional chants and dance a waltz of cosmic bliss, enshrouded in an ecological paradise. These are the followers of Feraferia.
Halloween
About half of Salem’s annual visitors come during the month of October. This has led Salem to be the United States destination to be on October 31st. Learn about all the Salem goings-on during everyone’s favorite night of the year here.
Halloween 2020 – Will It Happen in Salem Massachusetts
Will we see a Salem Massachusetts Halloween in 2020? Here’s everything we know thus far about the Haunted Happenings (or lack thereof) celebration.
Should You Visit Salem MA | Is Salem Massachusetts Worth Visiting?
Salem, Massachusetts is way more than witches and Halloween. Here are the best reasons why you should visit Salem MA, even if you’ve been multiple times.
How Salem Became Halloween Central – Part Two
It’s the Rise of the Witch City. Explore the pivotal impact of the 1970’s on Halloween in Salem. Were real witches responsible?