Witch hunts were common in the 17th century. Here’s what made Salem infamous. The Salem witch trials are more than just a historical curiosity.

Set in 17th Century colonial Massachusetts -- a significant time in the history of American politics, religion and society -- Salem brings you the real story behind the infamous witch trials.

The Salem witch trials — a period of mass hysteria and panic that overtook colonial Massachusetts between 1692 and 1693 — are often regarded as one of the most ... in the 17th century, ...

Witches are a big deal in Salem's modern culture. The city's association with witchcraft has been capitalized on from films like 1993's "Hocus Pocus" to the annual Halloween festivities that draw in ...

A 17th-century tavern that played a significant role in the Salem Witch Trials as well as the Revolutionary War is deteriorating, prompting the town of Danvers and other community members to take ...

In a flashback, we see their ancestor — a real, live witch — use her magic to escape the gallows in 17th century Salem. My ancestor was not so lucky. Her name was Rebecca Nurse, ...

SALEM, Mass. – A Massachusetts cemetery with a direct link to the 17th century Salem witch trials is getting a $600,000 modern makeover. The Salem News reports that the Charter Street Burial ...

The mayor of Salem lashed out at Donald Trump on Tuesday, telling him to "learn some history," after the U.S. president compared the impeachment process against him to the 17th century Salem witch ...

The 17th century Hexham Abbey Bible will be displayed in conjunction with a series of related events begining Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Hallie Ford Museum of Art at 700 State St., Salem.

SALEM, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts cemetery with a direct link to the 17th century Salem witch trials is getting a $600,000 modern makeover.