Salem Through a New Lens: Anniversary of Joseph White Murder

Join award-winning photographer Chris Padgett and experienced tour guide Rebecca Johnson for a fascinating exploration of Salem’s most notorious murder. The death of aged sea Captain Joseph White was not just a personal tragedy to the families involved. It was a sign of the times that Salem’s identity as a wealthy and successful seaport was sinking into the horizon. The story of the murder became an international sensation and influenced authors Edgar Allen Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Dive deep into the details of a true crime murder mystery Get personalized help taking beautiful photos of iconic Salem sites Gain understanding of a pivotal time in Salem history Discover how to use new settings on your camera or camera phone

This is an outdoor activity only.

This is an outdoor activity only.

Your guide(s) will discuss the importance of the PEM. We do not go inside the museum.

We will dive deep into the Murder of Joesph White at the location of this location. This is an outside activity and we do not enter the Gardner Pingree house.

We visit the Salem Common.