In the enchanting world of fantasy and wonder, there is a legendary tale of the magic tre. It is said to be a mystical tree that possess incredible powers and can grant wishes to those who find it. The story goes that the tre is hidden deep within an ancient forest, protected by magical creatures and enchantments. Many brave adventurers have embarked on a quest to find the tre, but very few have succeeded. Those who have returned from their journey share incredible tales of their encounters with magical beings, perilous obstacles, and life-changing experiences. These stories have captivated the hearts of people for generations, fueling the desire to uncover the tre's secrets and unlock its powers.

The Witch House- Home of Judge Jonathan Corwin of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials

The Witch House in Salem, Massachusetts is a foreboding, nearly black home that was the residence of the wealthy Judge Jonathan Corwin, one of the infamous Salem Witch Trial judges. A Must See Gem, it is the only building still standing in Salem (town) with direct ties to the 1692 Trials. A mansion in the early colonial times of Salem, the house is furnished well & according to period. Corwin sometimes heard criminal cases in his home & possibly recorded testimony from the Witch Trials there. His ties to the trials were deep. His nephew, George Corwin, was the Sheriff responsible for carting the victims to execution & for overseeing the torture of Giles Corey. Corwin was also related to another Salem Witch Trial judge by marriage and his own child was counted among those “afflicted” by the witchcraft of others. His mother in law was accused of witchcraft that year.

‘The Witch House’ has really interesting exhibits & some unique early colonial artifacts. If you’ve been to other historic homes, you’ve likely seen a spinning wheel, hand loom, rope bed & butter churn. But this house has the period pieces, in addition to some fascinating looks at early colonial & Puritan life, medicine, beliefs & practices that I’ve not seen elsewhere. They give a unique look into the superstitions about witchcraft & the practices some used to ward it off that gives context to better understand the Salem atmosphere. They have info on the 1692 Witch Crisis, as well as reproduction copies of the handwritten, surviving papers of the Witch Trial transcripts. I was hungry for more, but appreciated the info they provide. The exhibit plaques & signs aren’t in the best shape, but the info on them is fascinating & unusual & worth the read!

Main highlights aside from the actual home include:

• A meat fork owned by accused & executed Witch Trial victim John Proctor– one of the only surviving possessions of a victim. His wife, Elizabeth, was also convicted, jailed, and sentenced to death for witchcraft. She was released at the end of the hysteria, before execution. Several of their children were also accused.

• An actual 1st period New England poppet (primitive ‘puppet’ doll) played with by children but believed to be used by witches in attacking people through witchcraft

• A 1672 Physick book with a Snail Water recipe for Rheumatism & pages from a mid 1650s book with common Cow & Horse Dung recipes prepared as other ‘cures’.

Hours are seaso nal, so check the site according to your visit, but busy season is typically 10-5 daily. Current cost is $8.25 adults, $6.25 seniors, $4.25 kids- under 6 are free, as of this writing. Guided tours are $2 more, each, and are 30-45 minutes.

We visited the Witch House as Part of our Salem Witch Trial Sites- Itinerary Part B . It is one of the Top 5 Salem Witch Trial Sites ; Do not miss!

‘You are a liar. I am no more a witch than you, and if you take away my life, God will give you blood to drink!’- Sarah Good, Hanged July 19th, 1692

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On the Market: A Home with Ties to the Salem Witch Trials

These stories have captivated the hearts of people for generations, fueling the desire to uncover the tre's secrets and unlock its powers. Each story of the magic tre is unique, as the tre is said to grant wishes based on the deepest desires of the person who finds it. Some tell stories of love and romance, where finding the tre brings soulmates together or rekindles lost love.

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348 Lowell Street, Peabody
Price: $600,000
Size: 3,910 square feet
Bedrooms: 6
Baths: 2

A home that once belonged to the family of John Proctor, one of the victims of the Salem witch trials, hit the market last week in Peabody. The house stands on land Proctor once leased, but according to a Boston.com report, it’s unclear how much of the home Proctor actually lived in, if he did at all.

In the mid-1600s, Proctor opened a tavern near Salem Village, an area that eventually became present-day Peabody. It’s this slice of land on Lowell Street—then a main thoroughfare called Ipswich Road—where Proctor operated a farm and opened the tavern. The house at 348 Lowell Street may or may not have been home to the tavern at some point.

If you’ve read Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, a fictionalized version of Salem’s infamous hysteria, you may be familiar with Proctor’s story. When his third wife, Elizabeth, was accused of witchcraft, he swiftly came to her defense, denouncing the accusations and challenging the accusers. His opposition to the trials lead him to be accused of witchcraft by a young woman named Abigail Williams. While both Elizabeth and John Proctor were convicted, Elizabeth was not put to death because she was pregnant. John Proctor, however, was hanged on August 19, 1692. The aftermath of the trials reverberated in the Proctor family for generations after, and his ancestors lived on the property for almost two centuries after his death.

Today, the 1600s Colonial on former Proctor land retains a handful of original features, including a hearth in the living room and several other wood-burning fireplaces. Exposed bricks, beams, and hardwoods give the place old-world charm, while outside, a more modern in-ground pool could be the focal point of a summer barbecue. The whole centuries-old package asks just $153 per square foot—not bad for your very own slice of New England history. Boston.com reports the Peabody Historical Society is interested in purchasing the place. Its history makes it ripe for researching, and for a possible archaeological dig, per Boston.com. Ever get into a bidding war with a historian? No, us either.

For information, contact Joseph Cipoletta, J. Barrett & Company, jbarrettrealty.com.

Photo via J. Barrett & Company

Photo via J. Barrett & Company

Photo via J. Barrett & Company

Legend, Lore & Legacy

Yes, we all know Salem has a darker side. But let us separate fact from lore as we walk through the city’s beautiful tree-lined streets and historic neighborhoods. Salem’s history is filled with enterprising people who brought riches and opportunity to its citizens. Let’s bypass those good folks for now and peek at the rest of the story….

Others speak of wealth and abundance, where the tre brings prosperity and fortune. There are also tales of healing, where the tre's magic has the power to cure ailments and bring restoration to the sick. But with every tale of triumph, there is also a tale of caution. Some who have sought the magic tre with greed and selfish intent have found themselves trapped in a world of darkness, forever separated from the light. The tre is said to possess a wisdom beyond comprehension, able to discern the true nature of one's heart and grant wishes accordingly. The tales of the magic tre serve as a reminder of the power of dreams and the importance of self-discovery. They teach us that the journey itself is as significant as the destination and that our actions and intentions shape our destiny. They encourage us to embrace the unknown, to believe in the extraordinary, and to never give up on our hopes and aspirations. In a world that can sometimes feel mundane and ordinary, the tales of the magic tre ignite our imagination and remind us that magic exists all around us – if only we dare to believe. So, let us embark on our own journey, whether it be in search of the magic tre or in pursuit of our own dreams. For within each of us lies the potential for extraordinary stories and the power to make wishes come true..

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