Northshore Line Dancing

Looking for a fun night out, great music, and a welcoming community? Join Northshore Line Dancing for an evening filled with energy, laughter, movement, and easy-to-follow dances for all levels.  Whether you’re brand new or already love to dance, this is your chance to move, connect, and have fun in a relaxed and uplifting atmosphere. This is a Weekly Recurring EventRuns from May 13, 2026 to Dec 2, 2026 and happens every: Wednesdays:6:30pm - 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)

Salem State South Campus

Yin Yu Tang: A Chinese Home Tour

Step inside a 200-year-old Chinese home in Salem to experience Chinese art, architecture and culture. For 200 years, Yin Yu Tang stood in the rural village of Huang Cun in a mountainous region of southeastern China. Home to eight generations of the Huang family, this house was dismantled, transported and re-erected at the Peabody Essex Museum in 2003 through a partnership between PEM and the governmental authorities of Huizhou, in Anhui Province. Yin Yu Tang’s journey constitutes a landmark collaboration between Chinese and American architects, artisans, conservators, engineers and museum experts. The home is presented as it was when the family last lived there in 1982. Plan Your Visit Exercise care Please help us preserve the house for future generations by refraining from touching objects and the structure itself. Non-flash photography and videography is permitted for personal use only. Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed. Please walk with care and watch out for uneven stonework and raised thresholds. Store your belongings, but keep your coat Yin Yu Tang is partially outdoors and may be cool in fall and winter. Strollers, bags, backpacks and umbrellas are not permitted in the house. Please leave them at the coatroom or the cubbies by the Information desk. Our staff at the entrance of the house can look after strollers. Pick up your audio guide in advance Please pick up your complimentary audio guide, available in English and Mandarin, at the Information desk 10 minutes before your visit. Please note: Plan to bring your own pair of headphones. Before your visit, press #50 to listen to an introduction to the house. Once inside, look for stone blocks with two-digit numbers. Press the number plus the play &gt; button to hear the audio. Be prompt Please be at the doors to Yin Yu Tang five minutes before your scheduled visit with your audio guide in hand. A staff member will alert you shortly before the end of your time slot. This is a Weekly Recurring EventRuns from May 21, 2026 to Jun 29, 2026 and happens every: Mondays:11:15am - 4:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)Thursdays:11:15am - 4:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)Fridays:11:15am - 4:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)Saturdays:11:15am - 4:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)Sundays:11:15am - 4:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)

Peabody Essex Museum

Ropes Mansion Self-Guided Tour

Built in 1727 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ropes Mansion is recognized as one of New England’s most significant historic structures. Fans of the 1993 movie Hocus Pocus will also recognize it as “Allison’s house” – though the inside of the home did not appear in the film. Instead, its decorations and furnishings reflect a renovation by sisters Sarah, Mary and Eliza Ropes in the 1890s. Visitors can explore the mansion at their own pace with PEM Guides on hand to answer questions. Visits inside the mansion are $15 per person, or $5 with the purchase of museum admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the Admissions desk inside the museum (161 Essex Street). Timed entries are at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour, with only a limited number of people allowed in the house at a time. Visitors are requested to arrive 10 minutes before their entry time. The last entry of the day is at 3:15 pm. The Ropes Mansion Garden is open to the public every day from dawn to dusk and is free to visit. Learn more about the house with <a href="https://www.pem.org/historic-houses/ropes-mansion">PEM Walks</a>. In-person, self-guided tour. Available Saturdays and Sundays Location: Ropes Mansion and Garden | 318 Essex St, Salem $15 or $5 with purchase of museum admission Free for members Timed tickets required. If you have already purchased your museum tickets, please call 978-745-9500 to arrange your Ropes Mansion tickets. Ropes Mansion is not wheelchair accessible. Visitors must enter and exit using a set of stone steps; parts of the tour are only accessible via a staircase. This is a Weekly Recurring EventRuns from May 23, 2026 to Jun 28, 2026 and happens every: Saturdays:11:15am - 3:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)Sundays:11:15am - 3:15pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)

Juneteenth

Join us to celebrate and reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth through art making. Learn about the symbolism behind the Juneteenth flag and make your own freedom flag. Salem residents and youth under age 16 always receive free admission!

Studio Saturdays: Nature Painting in Rockport

Join artist Morgan Dyer, who will take us to the site of her inspiration at the edge of the sea at Bearskin Neck in Rockport, MA. We will tap into the power of the ocean waves and paint with plant-based pigments on canvas draped over textured rock. Studio Saturdays is a series of adult art making classes designed to inspire creativity and connection through multimedia arts explorations. Each class includes an arts activity that will inspire collaboration, curiosity, and creativity, culminating in a completed individual artwork and communal sharing.

Morgan Dyer Gallery

The Revolutionary Work of Women Printers

Women have always been actively engaged in printing. They continue to disseminate challenging texts, educate the next generation, create beautiful work and run printing businesses. Join artist and master printer Mindy Belloff, historian of early America and digital scholar Jessica C. Linker for a discussion of their own work, the role of women printers in the American Colonies and the Declaration of Independence. Director of PEM’s Phillips Library Dan Lipcan will moderate the discussion.

North Shore Pride

Join us to celebrate North Shore Pride on the Salem Common with free art making! Show off your pride and support with a colorful craft and keepsake.

Salem Common

Sinister Streets: Witch Trials, Murders & Literary Legends

Join us for a behind-the-scenes guided tour featuring architectural treasures from PEM’s collection! The only walking tours in Salem that offer entry into historic buildings, PEM’s tours cover five centuries of happenings and characters from Witch City, including the infamous trials of 1692. Sinister Streets: Witch Trials, Murders and Literary Legends starts by painting the picture of life in 1692 by examining the Ward House, which stood within sight of the hangings on Gallows Hill, and within earshot of the cries of the accused from the Salem jail. Winding through more dark secrets from the city’s past, it finishes by following the steps of a notorious murderer into the Gardner-Pingree House. The killing of Joseph White gripped Salem and the country in 1830 with its brawling brothers, custom-built murder weapons, conspiring family members and a body that was autopsied three times. Follow PEM’s expert guides into the room where it happened – if you dare! This is an indoor/outdoor tour. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We’ll see you rain or shine! This tour involves walking around 0.5 miles, standing on hard surfaces and the use of stairs. Historic structures are not ADA accessible. Strollers may be used on the tours, but may not be brought into any of the historic structures. Historic houses may include areas of low lighting and uneven surfaces. Assisted listening devices are used on all tours. Want to combine this tour with a museum visit? See our Sinister Streets &amp; Salem Stories combination ticket. You can also follow our expert guides on Brick by Brick: Salem's Hidden Architectural Stories for an in-depth look at architecture across downtown Salem, from a millionaire’s mansion to a working-class sailor’s house. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Know before you go 1 hour, 0.5 miles Meet at the anchor in front of East India Marine Hall on Essex Street. This is an indoor/outdoor tour. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We’ll see you rain or shine! $35 Adults (ages 17+) $32 Seniors (ages 65+) $25 Students (with school ID), military, veterans, MTA/Teachers $15 Salem residents, museum members and members’ children ages 6-16 years old No charge for children 5 years or younger (ticket still required) Tickets can be purchased: Online at pem.org In person at the Admissions desk Outside the museum on tour days (161 Essex Street) &nbsp; This walking tour ticket does not include museum admission, but our combination Sinister Streets &amp; Salem Stories ticket does. This is a Weekly Recurring Event Runs from Jul 2, 2026 to Aug 31, 2026 and happens every: Mondays:	12:00pm - 1:00pm&nbsp; Mondays:	4:00pm - 5:00pm Mondays:	5:00pm - 6:00pm&nbsp; Thursdays:	12:00pm - 1:00pm&nbsp; Thursdays:	4:00pm - 5:00pm Thursdays:	5:00pm - 6:00pm&nbsp; Fridays:	12:00pm - 1:00pm&nbsp; Fridays:	4:00pm - 5:00pm&nbsp; Fridays:	5:00pm - 6:00pm&nbsp; Saturdays:	12:00pm - 1:00pm Saturdays:	4:00pm - 5:00pm&nbsp; Saturdays:	5:00pm - 6:00pm&nbsp; Sundays:	12:00pm - 1:00pm&nbsp; Sundays:	4:00pm - 5:00pm&nbsp; Sundays:	5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sinister Streets Sinister Streets & Salem Stories& Salem Stories

Looking to combine your museum visit with a walking tour? Join us for a behind-the-scenes guided tour that pairs our most popular, haunting walking tour with an inside look at objects from the PEM collection. Sinister Streets &amp; Salem Stories starts at the Ward House, which stood within sight of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials hangings on Gallows Hill, and within earshot of the cries of the accused from the Salem jail. Winding through more dark secrets from the city’s past, it finishes by following the steps of a notorious murderer into the Gardner-Pingree House. The killing of Joseph White gripped Salem and the country in 1830 with its brawling brothers, custom-built murder weapons, conspiring family members and a body that was autopsied three times. Follow PEM’s expert guides into the room where it happened – then head into the museum to visit our exhibition Salem Stories and see the real club used by White's killers. This is an indoor/outdoor tour. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We’ll see you rain or shine! This tour involves walking around 0.5 miles, standing on hard surfaces and the use of stairs. Historic structures are not ADA accessible. Strollers may be used on the tours, but may not be brought into any of the historic structures. Historic houses may include areas of low lighting and uneven surfaces. Assisted listening devices are used on all tours. You can also follow our expert guides on Brick by Brick: Salem's Hidden Architectural Stories for an in-depth look at architecture across downtown Salem, from a millionaire’s mansion to a working-class sailor’s house. Or, try Sinister Streets: Witch Trials, Murders and Literary Legendsfor a similar tour that does not go into the museum. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Know before you go 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles Meet at the anchor in front of East India Marine Hall on Essex Street. This is an indoor/outdoor tour. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We’ll see you rain or shine! This walking tour includes museum admission. $50 Adults (ages 17+) $47 Seniors (ages 65+) $40 Students (with school ID), military, veterans, MTA/Teachers $15 Salem residents, museum members and members’ children ages 6-16 years old No charge for children 5 years or younger (ticket still required) Tickets can be purchased: Online at pem.org In person at the Admissions desk Outside the museum on tour days (161 Essex Street)

Yuja Wang, piano

Rockport Music Gala 2026 Midsummer Celebration FRIDAY, JULY 10 Cocktail Party and Dinner, 5 PM | Millbrook Meadow Concert, 8 PM | Concert Hall Shalin Liu Performance Center Join Rockport Music for our 2026 Rockport Music Gala: Midsummer Celebration on Friday, July 10—a memorable evening featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang. Our elegant evening begins with cocktails and a gourmet dinner beneath a beautifully-appointed tent in the charming setting of Millbrook Meadow. Guests will then move to the newly refreshed Shalin Liu Performance Center for a special performance by internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang. Renowned for her extraordinary virtuosity, interpretive depth, and commanding stage presence, Wang will deliver a thrilling conclusion to an unforgettable night. We are deeply grateful for your support and look forward to celebrating the joy of music with you! Yuja Wang, piano Pianist Yuja Wang is internationally acclaimed for her charismatic artistry, emotional honesty, and commanding stage presence. Renowned for both her extraordinary virtuosity and the spontaneity of her performances, she is one of the most compelling classical artists of our time, appearing regularly with the world’s leading orchestras, conductors, and musicians. As she has noted in The New York Times, “I firmly believe every program should have its own life,” a philosophy that shapes her bold and deeply personal approach to music-making. Born into a musical family in Beijing, Wang began piano studies at an early age before pursuing advanced training in Canada and later at the Curtis Institute of Music, where she studied with Gary Graffman. Her international breakthrough came in 2007, when she stepped in for Martha Argerich as soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, launching a major global career. Two years later, she signed an exclusive recording contract with Deutsche Grammophon, cementing her position among the leading pianists of her generation. Wang’s artistic daring was recently showcased in a landmark marathon performance at Carnegie Hall, where she joined Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Philadelphia Orchestra to perform all four of Rachmaninoff’s piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini in a single afternoon, celebrating the composer’s 150th anniversary. A passionate advocate for contemporary music, she has also given the world premiere of Magnus Lindberg’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Her recordings have earned numerous honors, including Musical America’s Artist of the Year and an Opus Klassik Award. With her fearless programming and vivid musical imagination, Yuja Wang continues to redefine the role of the classical artist in the 21st century. “Yuja Wang was the brilliant pianist, projecting the solo part to a nicety and getting every note to glitter.” –Financial Times Gala Table Sponsors IMPRESARIO — $20,000 (12 VIP tickets) Invitation to post-concert reception with the artists Table host will be invited to 2 exclusive chamber music events featuring high profile artists VIRTUOSO— $10,000 (8 VIP tickets) Invitation to post-concert reception with the artists MAESTRO — $5,000 (4 VIP tickets) ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Premier concert &amp; VIP dinner table seating VIP post-concert dessert reception with the artists Listing in Gala materials Invitation to the Season Kick-off Party Gala Tickets BENEFACTOR — $1,250 Listing in Gala materials PATRON — $900 Concert tickets will not be mailed. All Gala tickets will be provided upon arrival at the Gala Check-in table. Rockport Music is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring a love and understanding of music through exceptional live performances and creative learning opportunities. Please Note: Only the tax-deductible portion of the event can be made through a donor advised fund. To reserve your seat at Rockport Music’s Summer Gala, please contact Susan Rogers, Senior Development Officer, at 978.546.7391 ext. 106 or srogers@rockportmusic.org.

Shalin Liu Performance Center

Salem as Muse: In Discussion with Footwear Artist in Residence

Join bootmaker Sarah Madeleine T. Guerin for an artist talk as part of our "Salem as Muse" lecture series. Guerin will discuss her bootmaking process in PEM's Lye-Tapley Shoe Shop, as well as her background, artistic practice and work. PEM's Curator-at-Large Paula Richter will join her a presentation on PEM’s impressive shoe collection and the history of shoemaking. This program is part of PEM's Salem 400+ celebrations. Happens on the following Dates: Jul 12, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Aug 9, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)

Folk Dance of Korea

The New York Korean Performing Arts Center presents an interactive afternoon of Korean traditional dance. Experience Ipchum, a refined foundational dance; Seungmu, a powerful Buddhist-inspired work with flowing sleeves and rhythmic intensity; the vibrant Fan Dance (Buchaechum); Salpuri, a deeply moving shamanic dance of release and purification; and Sogochum, a lively drum dance celebrating rhythm and joy. Throughout the program, audiences will also have opportunities to engage with the artists and learn more about the movements, music and cultural traditions behind each dance. PEM Presents seeks to surprise and delight audiences with world-class artistry in music, theater, dance, film and more. This series allows audiences to learn about the artistic process and supports the development of artists with local, regional, national and global perspectives. This program further activates the museum as a global center for art, culture and creativity with artist residencies, live performances, lecture series, symposia and conferences. PEM Presents is a collaboration between Learning and Community Engagement and the Present Tense initiative. PEM Presents is made possible by The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation.

Creative Kids: Emerging Artists

Creative Kids: Emerging Artists will engage students across PEM’s exhibitions and galleries, exploring artistry across time periods and cultures while inspiring students’ creative expressions. From Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm, students will be engaged by teaching artists through games, art making, explorations of the museum and writing workshops, in 60-90 minute increments with snack and lunch breaks. Students will be encouraged to respond to their experiences through art and writing, and will celebrate their creations in a family showcase and reception at 4 pm on July 17. Why Join Creative Kids? Immerse yourself in art and creativity Hands-on projects in visual arts, writing and multimedia Explore PEM’s exhibitions, collections and campus Collaborate with teaching artists and peers Celebrate your creations at the Friday family showcase Creative Kids is made possible by The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support is provided by Jeffrey P. Beale and Gevelyn R. McCaskill. Drop-off begins at 8:30 am at PEM’s Main Entrance, with pick-up at 4 pm and late pick-up by 5 pm for an additional fee. After purchase, a registration form will be sent to your email address. This form needs to be completed by July 12, 2026. Not completing this form will result in your child not being enrolled in the program, without a refund. We recommend comfortable clothing suitable for movement and art making. $550 for the week. Catered lunch and snacks, and art supplies, are included. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

The High Kings

Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, are set to excite fans once again with the announcement of their Rocky Road Tour 2026. As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, The High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of folk music to audiences worldwide, earning them chart-topping success and widespread acclaim. “A Folk Juggernaut” – The New York Times With their signature blend of classic tradition and modern edge, The Rocky Road Tour promises to be a vibrant showcase of Irish culture, energy, and musicality. Following a record-breaking 2024 – including a sold-out world tour, a feature on Disney’s critically acclaimed Only Murders in The Building, and over 5 million weekly streams – the band are showing no signs of slowing down. Their momentum continued in 2025 with a string of sold-out U.S. tour dates, culminating in a headline performance at the legendary Troubadour in Los Angeles on March 23rd, after stops in Kansas, Nashville, St. Paul, St. Louis, New York, New Hampton, Glen Ellen, Ridgefield, Alexandria, and more. But it was their inclusion on the soundtrack of Sinners—the current #1 movie worldwide, starring Michael B. Jordan and directed by Ryan Coogler—that marked a defining moment in their global recognition. The film’s soundtrack, already topping international streaming charts, was curated by Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer Ludwig Göransson (Oppenheimer, The Mandalorian, Black Panther), a long-time admirer of The High Kings’ distinctive vocal blend and musicianship. After attending their sold-out show at The Troubadour in Los Angeles earlier this year, Göransson selected two tracks—“The Rocky Road to Dublin” and “Go Lassie Go”—to feature prominently in the film’s score. The Rocky Road Tour 2026 will build on this global success, offering audiences a high-energy live show that reinforces The High Kings’ place at the forefront of Irish folk. With a renewed focus on storytelling, musicianship, and connection, the tour reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to honouring Ireland’s folk legacy while pushing creative boundaries. As well as their recorded music triumphs, The High Kings have performed for hundreds of thousands across the globe and graced prestigious stages including Glastonbury Festival, The Isle of Wight Festival, Times Square, NYC, Trafalgar Square, London (St. Patrick’s Day) and many more/ Their live television appearances have spanned the U.S., with performances on Good Morning America, Good Morning LA, The View, and The Today Show. “Reinventing the Wheel” – Chicago Tribune The past years also marked a series of standout collaborations, including: • A stirring duet with Steve Perry (Journey) on The Streets of Kinsale • A powerful stadium performance of their anthem Glorio For Notre Dame with Jon Batiste, in front of 30,000 fans “The High Kings continue to set the bar for Irish folk bands worldwide” – Hot Press Magazine Tickets and dates for The Rocky Road Tour 2026 will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans are encouraged to follow The High Kings on social media for immediate updates. Happens on the following Dates: Jul 17, 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Jul 17, 2026, 8:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)

Make, Move, Celebrate: Korean Masks

Discover the vibrant world of Korean traditional Tal (mask) dance with Insun Park &amp; Generals. This interactive program invites audiences of all ages to explore Korean culture through hands-on creativity, movement and music. Participants will begin by creating their own colorful Tal masks inspired by traditional Korean designs, then learn the basics of Tal dance through fun and engaging movement activities led by Insun Park, one of the few woman masters of the Gangnyeong Mask Dance. The experience concludes with a lively performance by the band, blending Korean traditional music with modern rock influences and inviting everyone to dance together. PEM Presents seeks to surprise and delight audiences with world-class artistry in music, theater, dance, film and more. This series allows audiences to learn about the artistic process and supports the development of artists with local, regional, national and global perspectives. PEM Presents further activates the museum as a global center for art, culture and creativity with artist residencies, live performances, lecture series, symposia and conferences. PEM Presents is a collaboration between Learning and Community Engagement and the Present Tense initiative. PEM Presents is made possible by The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation.

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