Salem Historic Murder Trail: Deep Dive into the Pivotal Joseph White Murder Mystery
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7 Ratings
Salem
Delve into the intricate details of a real-life criminal murder case, along with receiving bespoke assistance to capture stunning images of Salem’s iconic locations.
Acquire knowledge about a crucial period in the history of Salem. Learn how to operate new functions on your camera or smartphone.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Salem Old Town Hall - Embark on an intriguing journey with acclaimed photographer Chris Padgett and seasoned tour conductor Rebecca Johnson, delving into the infamous homicide of Salem. The demise of the elderly mariner Captain Joseph White was more than a mere family misfortune. It symbolized the decline of Salem’s reputation as a prosperous maritime hub. The tale of this homicide captured global attention and went on to inspire literary giants Edgar Allen Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Explore the intricate aspects of a genuine criminal murder case
Receive expert assistance in capturing stunning photographs of Salem’s landmark locations
Deepen your knowledge of a critical era in Salem’s past
Learn how to manipulate novel settings on your digital camera or smartphone camera
What's Included
- Photography lesson
What's Not Included
- Gratuity not included
- Bring your own DSLR camera or smartphone to capture amazing photos!
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by ticketed adult
- Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly.
- Dog friendly!
- Wheelchairs and scooters are welcome, however, be aware that salem has brick sidewalks, uneven surfaces and narrow areas. Visitors assume all responsibility with wheelchairs and scooters and WCWT will not be held liable.
- We do not enter any buildings or cemeteries on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
- Tour group size may be up to 39 guests per group
- There are no public restrooms on the tour route. Please plan accordingly.
- By choosing to purchase a ticket, you and your ticketed guests will be agreeing to our liability waiver which includes a release of liability on our tours as well as a photo release.
Location
32 Derby Square
Derby Square
Group will meet at the Old Town Hall on the side that has three sets of stairs and three green doors
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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G1317aulaurenn
Oct 26, 2023
Great tour - Cody was very funny and good at storytelling. I also did the history and hauntings tour. They overlapped a tiny bit, but it did not matter because you learned different details from each person. I recommend doing both, for sure. I am grateful I got to learn about the important history with the one tour and get spooky with this tour.
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Bennettandyp
Apr 9, 2023
Fantastic journey through Salem's history - The photographic journey through the streets of Salem. Rebecca did an awesome job. She"killed" it!!! Great immersion into some of the dark history they makes three town famous.
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Bwiseman4
Apr 8, 2023
One stop shop for history and memories! - Really enjoyed this experience! I’m just a hobby photographer AND I love a good murder story. This tour combines both of those things. I received guidance on how to get the most out of my camera while also learning WHAT I was taking a picture of. Rebecca and Chris are really onto something with this. I hope when I come back to Salem there are more of these set up. You get the tourist stuff, history stuff, AND photos to remember it all. Brilliant. 10/10 will do again.
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Stephanieks2232hz
Apr 3, 2023
A captivating tale! - This tour is one-of-a-kind! Rebecca is a master story teller. The story is captivating and well thought out. Combining the photography element makes it that much more unique! I walked away wanting to learn more!
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Harmonl537
Apr 3, 2023
A different side of Salem - Very fascinating tour! Everyone knows Salem for the witch trials, but here is an equally complex and tragic murder mystery that sounds like it comes straight out of an Agatha Christie novel. Rebecca does a great job delivering the back story (and leaving you hanging at the end of each stop), and Chris made even a helpless photography noob like me take some professional looking pictures (a minor miracle). Bring your camera and your detective's notebook, you'll need both on this one.
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W5280elpaulac
Apr 2, 2023
Joseph White tour - I can't stop thinking about this tour .So much so I went home and did additional research. Such a complex multi faceted story. I appreciate the depth of knowledge the tour guide had. I also LOVED the photography component to this tour as well. My " smart "phone and I have a whole new way of framing a picture to make it so much more interesting.
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Ashleyfp6252yt
Apr 2, 2023
Highly Recommend Murder Mystery Tour! - This tour was great! It was interesting to hear details about a different time in Salem history and see the buildings that related to it. I enjoyed how the tour guide set the tour up as a murder mystery, and every stop gave you more clues! I was impressed with the knowledge the tour guide provided, and how passionate she was about the information she was sharing. The other aspect of this tour was the photography. It was so helpful having the professional photographer give the group guidance on how to take the best photos of the beautiful architect that Salem has. I would highly recommend this tour!
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