Suburbs of Hell: Jail Conditions During the 1692 Salem Witch Trials

Fiction has portrayed witch-suspects jailed in buildings ranging from castle-like prisons of dressed stone to flimsy chicken coops, but what was the reality for over 160 people accused of witchcraft and crowded into four jails in three counties during 1692? Historian Marilynne K. Roach will discuss two early jails that still exist and give clues to the reality experienced by the alleged witches.

The lecture is free and open to the public, no registration required. Donations gratefully accepted on our website.

Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85665223275?pwd=dyrYK56qxN41lpfHiTrj0ubZX5Gvi7.1

This program will be recorded and posted to the website, https://www.oldberwick.org.