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Salem, [[::Category: Massachusetts Deals|Massachusetts]] has been nicknamed "Witch City" because of its 1692 witchcraft trials that resulted in the deaths of nearly twenty falsely accused men and women.<ref>http://www.lifeintheusa.com/places/salem.htm</ref> Yet the seaside city has a lot more claims to fame. Author Nathaniel Hawthorne was born in Salem and established his "House of Seven Gables" there, drawing on the city's Puritan history. Salem, Massachusetts deals provide savings in visiting not only the various witch-related venues but also the sites of Salem's rich history in the China trade and other maritime eras. [[Hotel Deals|Hotels]] and restaurants in the area also feature discounts for visitors to Salem.
Salem, [[::Category: Massachusetts Deals|Massachusetts]] has been nicknamed "Witch City" because of its 1692 witchcraft trials that resulted in the deaths of nearly twenty falsely accused men and women.<ref>http://www.lifeintheusa.com/places/salem.htm</ref> Yet the seaside city has a lot more claims to fame. Author Nathaniel Hawthorne was born in Salem and established his "House of Seven Gables" there, drawing on the city's Puritan history. Salem, Massachusetts deals provide savings in visiting not only the various witch-related venues but also the sites of Salem's rich history in the China trade and other maritime eras. [[Hotel Deals|Hotels]] and restaurants in the area also feature discounts for visitors to Salem.
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==Salem Coupons and Free Offers==
==Salem Coupons and Free Offers==
*Money-saving coupons for some Salem attractions may be available in visitors' magazines and newspapers found around the city. The Greater [[Boston Deals|Boston]] and Eastern Massachusetts [[Entertainment Coupon Book Deals|entertainment coupon book]] has coupons for savings on many restaurants, businesses, and attractions in Salem. These include offers at [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Fashion_Bug_Coupons_and_Codes Fashion Bug], the Hawthorne Hotel, and [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_McDonalds_Coupons McDonald's].<ref>http://boston.entertainment.com/discount/atoz.shtml?startIndex=161</ref>
*Money-saving coupons for some Salem attractions may be available in visitors' magazines and newspapers found around the city. The Greater [[Boston Deals|Boston]] and Eastern Massachusetts [[Entertainment Coupon Book Deals|entertainment coupon book]] has coupons for savings on many restaurants, businesses, and attractions in Salem. These include offers at [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Fashion_Bug_Coupons_and_Codes Fashion Bug], the Hawthorne Hotel, and [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_McDonalds_Coupons McDonald's].<ref>http://boston.entertainment.com/discount/atoz.shtml?startIndex=161</ref>
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*The seasonal Witch City Adventure Pass provides admission to three venues: The Nightmare Factory, The Nightmare Gallery, and the Witches Cottage that saves $6 off individual admission rates.<ref>http://count-orloks-nightmare-gallery.ticketleap.com/witch-city-adventure-pass-/</ref>
*The seasonal Witch City Adventure Pass provides admission to three venues: The Nightmare Factory, The Nightmare Gallery, and the Witches Cottage that saves $6 off individual admission rates.<ref>http://count-orloks-nightmare-gallery.ticketleap.com/witch-city-adventure-pass-/</ref>
*The National Park Service website provides an illustrated guide to the African-American heritage of the city, which is available for free download.<ref>http://www.nps.gov/sama/historyculture/upload/SalemAfAmsitessm.pdf</ref>
*The National Park Service website provides an illustrated guide to the African-American heritage of the city, which is available for free download.<ref>http://www.nps.gov/sama/historyculture/upload/SalemAfAmsitessm.pdf</ref>
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*Residents of Salem qualify for free admission to the Peabody Essex Museum. The facility also grants [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Museum_Admission free museum admission] to all children aged 16 and younger.<ref name=peabody>http://www.pem.org/visit/</ref>
*Residents of Salem qualify for free admission to the Peabody Essex Museum. The facility also grants [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Museum_Admission free museum admission] to all children aged 16 and younger.<ref name=peabody>http://www.pem.org/visit/</ref>
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*The National Park Service Salem Maritime National Historic Site has many free exhibits and activities, including an introductory film and brochure with maps. There is, however, a $5 fee for adults to visit the historic buildings and the replica tall ship tied up at the wharf.<ref>http://www.nps.gov/sama/index.htm</ref>
*The National Park Service Salem Maritime National Historic Site has many free exhibits and activities, including an introductory film and brochure with maps. There is, however, a $5 fee for adults to visit the historic buildings and the replica tall ship tied up at the wharf.<ref>http://www.nps.gov/sama/index.htm</ref>
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*Three of Salem's museums - the Witch History Museum, The Witch Dungeon Museum, and the New England Pirate Museum- provide a combination admission ticket that saves $5 per person.<ref>http://www.piratemuseum.com/salemmuseums.pdf</ref>
*Three of Salem's museums - the Witch History Museum, The Witch Dungeon Museum, and the New England Pirate Museum- provide a combination admission ticket that saves $5 per person.<ref>http://www.piratemuseum.com/salemmuseums.pdf</ref>
*Goldstar Boston offers walking tours of Salem for $5 - a savings of half off the standard $10 fee.<ref>http://www.goldstar.com/e/47006</ref>
*Goldstar Boston offers walking tours of Salem for $5 - a savings of half off the standard $10 fee.<ref>http://www.goldstar.com/e/47006</ref>
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*Senior citizens qualify for a $1.50 discount on admission to the Salem Witch Museum. The museum grants a $2.50 discount to children aged six to 14.<ref>http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/about/index.shtml</ref>
*Senior citizens qualify for a $1.50 discount on admission to the Salem Witch Museum. The museum grants a $2.50 discount to children aged six to 14.<ref>http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/about/index.shtml</ref>
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*The GoBoston Card includes admission to 58 area attractions for a flat rate per day. Included in the pass are admission to both the Salem Witch Museum and The House of Seven Gables.<ref>http://www.smartdestinations.com/boston-attractions-and-tours/_d_Bos-p1.html?pass=Bos_Prod_Go&img=17&kbid=5741</ref>
*The GoBoston Card includes admission to 58 area attractions for a flat rate per day. Included in the pass are admission to both the Salem Witch Museum and The House of Seven Gables.<ref>http://www.smartdestinations.com/boston-attractions-and-tours/_d_Bos-p1.html?pass=Bos_Prod_Go&img=17&kbid=5741</ref>
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*The Peabody Essex Museum grants a $2 admission discount to senior citizens and a $4 discount to college students who show a valid ID.<ref name=peabody>http://www.pem.org/visit/</ref>
*The Peabody Essex Museum grants a $2 admission discount to senior citizens and a $4 discount to college students who show a valid ID.<ref name=peabody>http://www.pem.org/visit/</ref>
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*Hotels in the Salem area frequently offer discounted room rates and specials for guests. For example, the Salem Waterfront Hotel features a 50 percent discount on room reservations for guests who return to the hotel for a second visit.<ref>http://www.salemwaterfronthotel.com/packages.html</ref> The Hawthorne Hotel, another Salem-area hotel, offers room packages that include both overnight accommodations and admission to local attractions such as the Peabody Essex Museum.<ref>http://www.hawthornehotel.com/Special-Offers</ref>
*Hotels in the Salem area frequently offer discounted room rates and specials for guests. For example, the Salem Waterfront Hotel features a 50 percent discount on room reservations for guests who return to the hotel for a second visit.<ref>http://www.salemwaterfronthotel.com/packages.html</ref> The Hawthorne Hotel, another Salem-area hotel, offers room packages that include both overnight accommodations and admission to local attractions such as the Peabody Essex Museum.<ref>http://www.hawthornehotel.com/Special-Offers</ref>
==Salem Willows Deals==
==Salem Willows Deals==
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Salem Willows is one of the oldest public parks in the United States. Founded as an [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Amusement_Park_Coupons amusement park] in 1858, Salem Willows does not have roller coasters or twirling teacups. The park, which has free admission and free parking, provides vintage attractions such as bumper boats, an 1866 carousel, and an arcade.
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park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<ref>http://www.salemwillowspark.com/park.html</ref> Salem Willows offers a Pizza 'n' Play package for groups of 12 or more who visit, which includes a large pizza slice, a medium soda, and 40 game tokens for $10 per person.<ref>http://www.salemwillowspark.com/packages.html</ref>
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Salem Willows is one of the oldest public parks in the United States. Founded as an [http://www.bestfreestuffguide.com/Free_Amusement_Park_Coupons amusement park] in 1858, Salem Willows does not have roller coasters or twirling teacups. The park, which has free admission and free parking, provides vintage attractions such as bumper boats, an 1866 carousel, and an arcade.
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park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<ref>http://www.salemwillowspark.com/park.html</ref> Salem Willows offers a Pizza 'n' Play package for groups of 12 or more who visit, which includes a large pizza slice, a medium soda, and 40 game tokens for $10 per person.<ref>http://www.salemwillowspark.com/packages.html</ref>
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==Museum Coupons==
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==About Salem, Massachusetts==
==About Salem, Massachusetts==
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Originally named Naumkeag by the Native Americans in the area, the town of Salem was officially founded as a fishing settlement in 1624. During the Salem witch trials in 1692, 19 different people were arrested and hanged after being accused of witchcraft.<ref>http://salem.org/history</ref> Today, Salem is home to several [
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Originally named Naumkeag by the Native Americans in the area, the town of Salem was officially founded as a fishing settlement in 1624. During the Salem witch trials in 1692, 19 different people were arrested and hanged after being accused of witchcraft.<ref>http://salem.org/history</ref> Today, Salem is home to several [
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Also See: [[Boston Deals]], [[New England Aquarium Deals]], [[Boston Museum of Science Deals]]
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