Hawthorne Hotel Salem, MA Guest Services Directory

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A walk around the Salem Common and Derby Street neighborhoods will take you past the childhood home of Salem-born author Nathaniel Hawthorne (Herbert Street), the house where he wrote The Scarlet Letter (Mall Street), the Custom House, where he worked as a surveyor (Derby Street) and the iconic House of the Seven Gables, the backdrop for his famed 1851 novel (Derby Street).

HOTEL HISTORY

The idea for a new hotel began in 1921 at a Salem Rotary Club meeting when George Hooper expressed the need for a modern hotel. At the time, Salem was bustling with tourists and businessmen who were unable to find lodging and would therefore leave the city. Hooper, along with North Shore native and Hygrade Lamp Company (Sylvania) founder Frank Poor, whose portrait hangs in the General Manager’s office, went on to found the Salem Hotel Corporation. Together with the Salem Chamber of Commerce and Salem Rotary, they raised over $500,000 for the construction of the hotel through a public stock subscription.

The Franklin Building, sitting at the corner of Essex Street and Washington Square, was offered as the site for the new hotel by the Salem Marine Society with the condition that a room would be built on the hotel’s roof for exclusive use by the Society. The Franklin Building was razed and the cornerstone was laid in 1923. Two years later, in July 1925, the Hawthorne Hotel opened with 150 rooms.

The Salem Evening News reported that in a single day as many as 2,500 people toured the hotel during its opening week. Just a few short months after opening, the Hawthorne Hotel hosted its first wedding. Lucretia Johnson Perkins wed William Russell Burns on October 17, 1925. The couple had met while Burns was working as one of the principal architects during the hotel’s construction.

Inspired by the success of the hotel’s fundraising, $10,000 was then raised for the Hawthorne Memorial Association, which was looking to buy the statue of Salem-born author Nathaniel Hawthorne by Bela Lyon Pratt from the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, with plans to place it on the newly completed Hawthorne Boulevard, adjacent to the hotel. The statue was moved to Salem and dedicated in December 1925. The Hawthorne Memorial Association’s chairman suggested the hotel be named in honor of Nathaniel Hawthorne, as it was situated near so many significant places from the author’s time in Salem.

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NOTABLE GUESTS & CULTURAL HISTORY

Over the years, the Hawthorne Hotel has played host to many well-known personalities, including screen legends Bette Davis and Debbie Reynolds, newsman Walter Cronkite, actress Goldie Hawn, actor Jeff Daniels, musician Billy Joel, General Colin Powell, and former Presidents George Bush and Bill Clinton. In 1984 Vanessa Redgrave called the hotel home for a month while making Three Sovereigns for Sarah, a public television movie about the Salem witch trials.

It was the television sitcom Bewitched that brought the Hawthorne Hotel the most notoriety. In 1970 Elizabeth Montgomery, her real-life husband Bill Asher and the rest of the cast and crew of the show stayed at the Hawthorne for several weeks while filming episodes in Salem and the surrounding area. For years after “The Salem Saga” first aired, the hotel was flooded with calls asking if this was the “Bewitched hotel.”

The Hawthorne continues to make cultural history today. Various movie scenes have been filmed as recently as 2015, when Hollywood stars Robert De Niro and Jennifer Lawrence stayed at the hotel while shooting the movie Joy. Scenes were filmed in our ballroom, guest rooms and second floor mezzanine as seen in the still from the Oscar-nominated film.

In 2019 Adam Sandler brought his team from Netflix’s Hubie Halloween to the North Shore, filming in and around Salem, including using the adjacent Common for a Halloween carnival scene. The production crew donated the orange lights that continue to illuminate the west side of the park.

The Hawthorne hosted the Real Housewives of New York in the fall of 2020 when Ramona, Sonja, Leah, and friends filmed what would be three episodes of the hit Bravo reality show. The ladies toured the area, visited Salem Pioneer Village, watched Luann get inked, and enjoyed a “Friendsgiving” in the Hawthorne’s Library.

A supporter of the Salem State Speaker Series, the Hawthorne welcomed international human rights lawyer Amal Clooney - and her husband Georgein 2022.

Now a landmark of the city of Salem, the Samantha Statue celebrates the nose-twitching witch, Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery), from the ABC comedy series Bewitched (1964-1972).

The statue, unveiled in 2005 by the nostalgia cable channel TV Land, is located in Lappin Park at the corner of Washington and Essex Streets.

“Hair of gold, eyes that twinkle, A nose that neatly twitched, Clever, charming and enchanting, Samantha left us all Bewitched.”

Our staff conducts complimentary 20-minute hotel history tours for guests and visitors. Come learn about the fundraising and construction effort of the 1920s, the many architectural changes to our property, the stories behind the framed images displayed throughout the hotel, and our close relationship with Nathaniel Hawthorne. Please see the Front Desk for our current tour schedule.

HISTORIC HOTELS OF AMERICA

Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels. Historic Hotels of America was founded in 1989 with 32 charter members. Today, Historic Hotels of America has more than 300 member hotels, including the Hawthorne’s sister properties, Concord’s Colonial Inn and the Publick House in Sturbridge, MA. These historic hotels have all faithfully maintained their authenticity, sense of place, and architectural integrity.

To be nominated and selected for membership into this prestigious program, a hotel must be at least 50 years old, been designated by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark or listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as having historic significance.

A proud member of Historic Hotels of America, the Hawthorne Hotel was awarded Best U.S. City Center Historic Hotel in 2015.

A complimentary copy of the Historic Hotels of America directory may be obtained from the Front Desk or you may take the copy in your guest room. Visit historichotels.org for an online version and to book stays at member properties.

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FIDELIA BRIDGES GUEST HOUSE

In April 2004 the Hawthorne Hotel reopened the antique home located at 98 Essex Street as a guest house with four traditionally appointed bedrooms. Built in 1807, the structure is a fine example of Federal-period architecture, featuring wide pine floors, low ceilings and historic detail.

The guest house is named for artist Fidelia Bridges (1834-1923). A sea captain’s daughter who was raised in the house, Fidelia spent her early years enjoying the natural beauty of the North Shore and the exotic treasures her father would bring home from his journeys to the Far East. These Salem roots ensured that, from childhood, Asian art and aspects of nature were integrated into Fidelia’s life and would make their mark on her future projects.

In 1849, when she was 16 years old, her father died while at sea, but it took three months for the news to reach Salem. On that very day, Fidelia’s mother died. Deeply affected by the family tragedy, Fidelia fell ill and studied during her recovery. She soon moved from Salem and, after living in New York and Connecticut, achieved acclaim as a watercolorist, best known for her depictions of nature – wildflowers, birds, and landscapes. At a time when few women achieved recognition, Fidelia became one of the most successful American women artists of the 1870s. She became the first woman to join what is now the American Watercolor Society. Louis Prang printed thousands of greeting cards featuring Fidelia’s watercolors, and her work was collected by Mark Twain.

Fidelia Bridges was one of the most renowned female artists of the 1870s. She was known for her detailed nature paintings, which convey the joy she felt among the birds and flowers. Her work can be seen at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C. and Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth, NH.

Copies of some of her watercolors adorn the walls of the guest house.

Guests are invited to relax in our Lobby or on the second floor mezzanine. Complimentary beverages and copies of Preservation and Northshore magazines are available in the Lobby. Newspapers can be purchased at a 50% discount at the Front Desk.

GUEST SERVICES

Our dedicated Front Desk staff will gladly assist you. Please dial 0 from your room phone for the following services:

• wake up calls

• baggage services | storage

• maps | sightseeing information

• lost and found

• airport transportation | taxi

• toiletries

• nearby places of worship

• concierge services

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

The building system can only be set for either cooling or heating the entire building. Rooms cannot be individually controlled (i.e. one room with A/C, another with heat). Turning the thermostat up if the building is on “cool” will not warm your room. Conversely, turning the A/C on if the building is on “heat” will not reduce the in-room temperature. Guest room windows open and the Front Desk offers box fans. Please ask for extra blankets if chilly. For more details, see page 16 or call the Front Desk.

AIRPORT INFORMATION

• Boston Logan (BOS)

massport.com/logan-airport • 800-23-LOGAN

• Manchester-Boston Regional (MHT)

flymanchester.com • 603-624-6556

• Airport transportation services

BeDriven.com • 800-233-7483

You may use the guest computer off the Lobby to access airline information or print boarding passes. There is no charge for small print jobs.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Massachusetts state law prohibits guests from bringing their own alcoholic beverages onto the hotel premises. Only alcoholic beverages purchased from the hotel may be consumed in the hotel. The Hawthorne reserves the right to confiscate any outside alcohol found and will secure it until check out.

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GUEST SERVICES

ATM

An ATM is located in the Lobby of the hotel. Bank fees may apply.

BUSINESS SERVICES

A computer and printer are located off the Lobby, to the left of the Tavern. The Front Desk can provide the necessary log-in information and can assist with faxing, scanning, and copying. There is no fee for small, self-service printing.

CHECK-OUT TIME

Check out is 11:00 a.m. If you would like to store your luggage beyond this time, the hotel can provide secure storage. To make arrangements, dial 0.

COFFEE & TEA

Guests can enjoy complimentary coffee or tea in the Lobby between 5:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. After 11:00 a.m., show your room key in The Tavern and a server will be happy to assist.

GIFT SHOP

Be sure to visit our stunning art deco themed gift shop, 1925 at the Hawthorne, located outside the Hotel on the corner of Hawthorne Blvd. and Essex Street. Featuring a wide range of unique gifts, stationery, jewelry, toiletries, Salem souvenirs, and a collection of exclusive Hawthorne Hotel branded items, we have everything you need to complement your stay here in the Witch City.

HOUSEKEEPING

Housekeeping services rooms between 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Sunday). Please remove your “Do Not Disturb” sign by 1:00 p.m. to receive housekeeping services that day. Extra supplies, available 24 hours a day, are available by dialing 0.

INTERNET/WIFI

Stay connected with our complimentary guest WiFi. Find the “HH_Guest” signal and connect with the password obtained from the Front Desk.

IRONING

Irons and boards are located in your closet.

Complimentary passes to the Salem YMCA are available from the Front Desk. This full-service facility, a quick 15-minute walk down Essex Street, features fitness equipment, sauna and steam room, pool, basketball court, fitness classes, and babysitting. Discounts for local yoga studios are also available. Inquire at the Front Desk.

With over 8,000 square feet of meeting space, the Hawthorne is a perfect venue for your wedding, fundraiser, anniversary dinner, shower, company outing or mid-sized conference.

Our stunning Grand Ballroom features 20-foot-high Palladian windows with views of Salem Common and can accommodate up to 190 with a dance floor.

More intimate spaces, including Nathaniel’s restaurant, are also available for private functions.

GUEST SERVICES

MAIL

Stamped outgoing mail may be left at the Front Desk or dropped in our antique mail drop between the elevators on each floor. Mail goes out by 12:00 noon. Postage is available at the Front Desk. Salem’s Post Office is a 12-minute walk.

MAPS

Complimentary walking maps of downtown Salem are available at the Front Desk. An interactive map can be found on our website.

MEETINGS & EVENTS

The Hawthorne Hotel’s friendly and attentive service, location and charming surroundings make it particularly attractive for business meetings and social gatherings. Our second floor includes flexible meeting space, a restful mezzanine, and easily accessible restrooms. In addition to our Grand Ballroom, we offer private rooms for smaller gatherings.

GUEST SERVICES

PAYMENT METHODS

We gladly accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa. We are unable to accept personal or corporate checks.

PETS

We are happy to accommodate you and your pet during your visit to Salem. All pets must be registered with the hotel’s Front Desk; you will be given a door hanger to let staff know you are traveling with a pet. There is a daily pet fee. If you have questions about pet day care please call the Front Desk. For a list of local veterinarians, please see page 21.

QUIET TIME

Out of respect for other guests, the hotel strictly enforces a quiet-time policy between 12:15 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. in public areas, hallways, and guest rooms.

REFRIGERATORS

A limited number of mini fridges are available for use in guest rooms at no charge. Dial 0 for assistance.

RESTAURANTS

The Hawthorne Hotel offers two restaurants: The Tavern and Nathaniel’s. Please see page 18 for more information.

ROOM SERVICE

Available daily from 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Please dial 4311 to order. Please note a minimum of 18% gratuity is required for room service orders. The restaurant staff will add this for you if necessary.

SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES

A safe deposit box, located at the Front Desk, is available at no charge. The Hawthorne Hotel is not responsible for any valuables left in guest rooms.

SMOKING POLICY

We are pleased to offer guests a smoke-free environment. Smoking/vaping is not permitted in the hotel or guest house. A $300 cleaning fee per incident will be charged. There are designated ashtrays outside both entrances.

If at any time you are not completely comfortable or if you require any assistance, please let us know. We will be happy to assist you in achieving maximum comfort in your room and request that you alert us to issues while you are with us. Please contact the Front Desk at any time by dialing “0” on your phone.

The hotel flies three flags daily: the American flag on the roof and a member of the United Nations and a U.S. state flag at the Hawthorne Boulevard entrance. The front flags are displayed alphabetically unless we have a special request, are recognizing a holiday, or honoring our VIP guests by allowing them to make the selection.

GUEST SERVICES

TELEPHONE

Local telephone calls can be made by dialing 9 + 1 + area code + phone number. Standard rates apply.

THERMOSTAT SETTINGS/HEATING AND COOLING

The heating/cooling system at the Hawthorne Hotel works as one system for all of the guest rooms in the building. To help make sure your room is most comfortable for you, please keep the following in mind:

• During spring and fall, it is not uncommon for our system to be on “heat” overnight, “neutral” in the morning and evening and “air conditioning” during the day. In order for your system to function most effectively, the settings in your room must match what the building is running. In order to know how to match your settings to the building system, you should contact the Front Desk by dialing 0 on your guest room phone.

• Be sure to set the thermostat to the desired temperature. This will keep your room from getting too hot or too cool, depending on the time of year. “Air conditioning” and “summer” are synonymous, as are “heat” and “winter.” If you are uncertain what to do when you might be out or when you retire for bed, the simplest setting would be “off”. This will prevent your room from becoming too hot or too cold.

• Don’t forget about the windows. They open and can provide needed cooling. Closing the drapes during the day can prevent the sun from warming the room. Box fans are available if requested on a first come, first served basis. Blankets are available if you are cold. Simply call the Front Desk for assistance. Due to fire laws, we cannot offer space heaters.

VENDING & ICE

Ice machines are located on the third, fourth, and sixth floors. Snack machines are located on the fourth and fifth floors. Soda machines are on the third and fourth floors. Please alert the Front Desk if you experience issues with a vending machine.

Enjoy creative cocktails inspired by the North Shore in the Tavern or Nathaniel’s, including the 1925 Sidecar, Seven Gables, and Scarlet Letter.

Our rotating beers on tap feature local breweries, including Ipswich Ale and True North.

THE TAVERN

A local favorite, The Tavern is the perfect hangout for those looking to catch a game while enjoying one of our New England beers or to just unwind after a day of sightseeing. During winter months, the roaring fireplace creates the perfect casual atmosphere to relax with friends and family.

The Tavern opens daily at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy a variety of appetizers, pastas, sandwiches, and entrees—and certainly stop by to try our award-winning cocktails. The kitchen closes at 9:00 p.m. while last call is typically at 11:00 p.m. Families welcome.

NATHANIEL’S

Set in a relaxing environment with picture windows, a grand piano, and a 1920s vibe, Nathaniel’s offers American classics in a historic setting. Whether you are entertaining business clients, looking to enjoy dinner for two, or gathering with a group of friends, culinary enthusiasts will appreciate our shared plates, extensive wine list, engaging entertainment, and curated culinary cabinet, a tribute to late Executive Chef Steve Nelson.

Nathaniel’s is open for breakfast Monday through Friday

7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. On Sundays, guests can enjoy live acoustic music between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Dinner is served Thursday, Friday, and Saturday beginning at 5:00 p.m., with the last seating at 9:00 p.m. Inquire about our live entertainment schedule, typically Thursday through Saturday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Please note, service hours may be adjusted during holidays or to accommodate special events. Please dial 4311 to confirm hours, ask about seasonal options, and to reserve a table.

ROOM SERVICE

Room Service is available daily 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Current menus are linked to the QR Code, or visit the host stand for a printed copy. Call 4311 to place your order.

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Prices subject to change. Delivery and gratuity not included.

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DOGGY ROOM SERVICE MENU

We welcome dogs and treat them with only fresh and wholesome foods. However, pets are asked to refrain from sitting on Lobby furniture. Only service animals are allowed in restaurants and function rooms.

SELECTIONS

Scrambled Egg White with Vegetables 12 no onion or garlic

Poached Chicken and White Rice 12

Steamed Hamburger with Rice 14

The Chef recommends the steamed hamburger with rice for dogs that are upset from travel.

LOCAL VETERINARIANS

If your dog is looking to stretch their legs and you are looking for a scenic walk, we suggest: .5 mile (15 minutes) around the outer path of Salem Common, designated as the official birthplace of the National Guard.

1.4 mile (30 minutes) loop out to Derby Wharf Light Station. See the Custom House and views of Marblehead.

2.8 mile (55 minutes) loop to Salem Willows, taking you past historic homes, Derby Wharf, and Dead Horse Beach.

AROUND SALEM

ANDREW-SAFFORD HOUSE

Considered one of the most important late Federal-period houses in New England. Part of the Peabody Essex Museum’s holdings and accessible as part of an admissioned tour. 13 Washington Square West.

THE BURYING POINT

Oldest burying ground in Salem. Buried here are a Mayflower passenger, Rev. Francis Higginson (who named Salem) and judges of the witchcraft trial. Charter Street.

CHESTNUT STREET

Registered National Historic Landmark. Architecturally, one of the most beautiful and distinguished streets in America. Lined with mansions built by Salem’s sea captains in the early 19th century.

ESSEX NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

For more detailed information, go to essexheritage.org or call 978-740-0444.

FIRST CHURCH

Founded by the Puritans in 1629, this is the oldest continuing Protestant society in America. Sunday worship service. 316 Essex Street.

GARDNER-PINGREE HOUSE

Salem’s master craftsman Samuel McIntire designed this fine Federal brick mansion. A National Historic Landmark. 128 Essex Street.

HAMILTON HALL

An architectural gem in the heart of Salem’s historic district. Designed by Samuel McIntire in 1805 and named for Alexander Hamilton. 978-744-0805. 9 Chestnut Street.

THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES

17th-century mansion made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic tale. Center of a complex of early houses and vibrant gardens on Salem’s waterfront. Open year-round with a museum shop. 978-744-0991. 54 Turner Street.

Proctor’s Ledge is believed to be the site at which 19 innocent people were hanged in 1692 for the supposed crime of witchcraft.

On July 19, 1692, the first of three mass executions took place at the site when five innocent individuals were hanged: Sarah Good, Elizabeth Howe, Susannah Martin, Rebecca Nurse, and Sarah Wildes.

A memorial stands on the site featuring a granite wall with the names of the 19 hanged for their “crimes” and an oak tree, a symbol of endurance and dignity. Nestled in a residential area of Salem, the memorial at 7 Pope Street is a 6-minute drive from the hotel.

Samuel McIntire (1757-1811) is recognized as the architect who transformed his birthplace, Salem, into the epitome of an elegant American town. After 1795 he also gained prominence as a wood carver. McIntire worked cooperatively with the town’s leading cabinetmakers, carpenters and shipbuilders, providing them with carved ornamentation, but his most important surviving carvings are found on furniture and woodwork of his own design done for Salem’s Derby family. Use the interactive map at mcintire.pem.org to plan your McIntire walking tour.

AROUND SALEM

OLD TOWN HALL

Built on the site of the mansion of Elias Hasket Derby, America’s first millionaire. The second floor of the building, Great Hall, contained the town offices until 1837. The first floor was originally a public market and is now home to the Salem Museum. 32 Derby Square.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM

The PEM, the oldest continuously operating and collecting museum in the U.S., encompasses collections of African, American, Asian, maritime, Native American, and Oceanic art. Their 30 galleries offer works primarily from the 1700s to today: paintings, sculptures, drawings, textiles, architecture, and decorating objects. Special exhibits, including Salem Stories, Yin Yu Tang, an antique Chinese house, and the museum shop are highlights. Open Thursday –Monday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 978-542-1511 | pem.org. East India Square.

PICKERING HOUSE

Oldest house in America to be occupied continuously by the same family. Unusual in its architectural development, the house contains antiques, paintings, Chinese porcelain, and letters from George Washington and other statesmen. Not a museum, but a home you’re invited to visit. Open on Sundays June - November. Call for appointment and hours. 978-744-1647. 18 Broad Street.

PICKERING WHARF

Waterfront shopping and dining with an interesting collection of stores. A delightful seaside area to browse, shop, and dine. 978-745-9540.

ROPES MANSION & GARDEN

Built in the Georgian style and renovated in the Colonial Revival style. Furnished with possessions of four generations of the Ropes family. Exterior featured in the film Hocus Pocus. Adjacent is the formal Ropes Garden, open and free to the public. Administered by the Peabody Essex Museum. 978-745-9500. 318 Essex Street.

AROUND SALEM

SALEM COMMON

This nine-acre area was used to train militia and graze livestock in the 17th and 18th centuries. During the early 19th century, it was landscaped and renamed Washington Square. The surrounding houses were built by merchants with profits from the China trade. Now refurbished, the Common is a public park and playground. The track around the inside of the fence surrounding the Common is .5 mile per a complete loop.

SALEM MARITIME NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

Home of the Friendship, a scaled replica of a 1797 East Indian merchant tall ship. Waterfront wharves and buildings from Salem’s years as the foremost American seaport, including Derby Wharf Light Station, the 1819 Custom House, and Waite & Peirce, a maritime-themed store. Operated by the National Park Service. Call for a schedule of guided tours. 978-740-1650. 60 Derby Street.

SALEM WITCH TRIALS MEMORIAL

Striking in its simplicity, the memorial is surrounded on three sides by a handcrafted granite wall. Inscribed in the stone threshold entering the memorial are the victims’ protests of innocence. These protests are interrupted mid-sentence by the wall, symbolizing society’s indifference to oppression. Five locust trees, the last to flower and the first to lose their leaves, represent the stark injustice of the trials. 98 Liberty Street at Charter Street.

WITCH HOUSE

In 1675 Jonathan Corwin, heir to one of the largest Puritan fortunes in New England, purchased this large and stately house. Seventeen years later, Corwin and his family would take part in the most famous witch hunt in American history. Tours of the Corwin House, now known as the Witch House, connect elements of everyday life with the events punctuating history’s timelines. 310 Essex at North.

Salem Willows, a scenic seaside park, is a short 5-minute drive from the hotel. Imbibe in an ice cream cone, basket of fried clams, Hobb’s famous popcorn, or an original chop suey sandwich. Then work it all off at the wiffle ball batting cage, tennis court, or by walking along the promenade. Try your luck in the arcades, packed with exciting games and prizes, or bring your beach towel and relax by the shore, or fish from the pier. The Salem Willows is open year-round to the public. The amusement portion of the park operates seasonally and consists of various privately owned businesses, where hours of operations may vary.

All of these suggested outings are less than a 45-minute drive from the Hawthorne Hotel, offer many options for food, parking, and Instagram-worthy scenery during all four seasons, and are kid-friendly. Please call ahead to each attraction to confirm opening times.

DAY TRIPS

WENHAM + HAMILTON (25 MINUTES)

Fields edged by stone walls, clapboard houses that are hundreds of years’ old, and small clusters of local businesses make a drive through Wenham and Hamilton a must. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or traditional afternoon tea at the quaint Wenham Tea House, dating back to 1912, making it America’s oldest operating tea house. Pop across the street to the Wenham Museum and view artifacts of family, childhood, and domestic life in the area, including a train gallery featuring 10 operating model layouts with over 20 trains that operate with the push of a button. Continue a mile up the road and see the Sherman tank at Patton Park, named in honor of General George S. Patton, Hamilton resident and WWII hero. You might catch site of polo horses training at Myopia Hunt Club, with polo matches open to the public every Sunday afternoon June through September. Heading towards Ipswich is Appleton Farms, owned and maintained by The Trustees of Reservations. Rolling grasslands, grazing livestock, stone walls, easy walks, a farm stand, and historic farm buildings comprise this 1,000-acre pastoral landscape, offering a rare glimpse into New England’s agricultural past.

IPSWICH (40 MINUTES)

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is a bit of Europe on the North Shore. Experience the grandeur of this 2,100-acre seaside estate, its marvelously landscaped grounds, and breathtaking ocean views. Meander on your own or register for a guided tour where you’ll get to see some of the interior spaces of the main house, learn the history of the property beyond the Crane family, peek into servant life, but most importantly – you will get to step out onto the roof! On the road to Castle Hill, you pass Russell Orchards, a working farm with famous cider donuts, fresh fruits and veggies, local honey, and a barnyard. They boast “zero food miles” as all the produce sold in their store is grown right on the farm. Pick your own apples in the fall and marvel at the displays of mums and pumpkins. If looking for a bit more adventure while indulging in cider donuts, head to Marini Farm on Linebrook Road and explore the “trails” cut through thousands of living cornstalks in their 8-acre corn maze.

DAY TRIPS

For the younger adventurers, they also have a 1 acre/20-minute “mini maze” and activity park. For lunch or dinner, drive through the center of town to Ipswich Ale Brewer’s Table. Residents of Boston’s North Shore were first introduced to Ipswich Ale during the spring of 1991, making this brewer older than nearly every other craft brewer in New England. Sample their ales and enjoy pub-style food.

GLOUCESTER (30 MINUTES)

Gloucester is America’s oldest working harbor with a steep maritime, art, and fishing history. Resting on a granite base in the center of Gloucester’s long, narrow Stacy Esplanade is the Fisherman’s Memorial. Also known as Man at the Wheel, the moving sculpture and nearby plaques help to memorialize the thousands of fishermen lost at sea. Walk the esplanade, enjoying the brilliant flowers, views of the ocean, and Fishermen’s Wives Memorial before reaching Stage Fort Park and Half Moon Beach. If you are a fan of history and architecture, stop at Hammond Castle. Constructed by the eccentric inventor John Hays Hammond in the 1920’s, Hammond Castle serves as a beautiful showcase for Hammond’s impressive collection of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts. Tucked against Gloucester’s working waterfront, the Maritime Gloucester Museum teaches visitors about the ecosystems and history of Gloucester harbor. A pocket aquarium lets kids view and touch sea creatures. While along with waterfront, look for commercial fishing boats as Cape Ann’s Marina is home port almost 450 commercial vessels including some of National Geographic’s hit TV series Wicked Tuna boats. You will find plenty of options for both indoor and outdoor dining along the water, but it’s dessert that is not to be missed. Holy Cow Ice Cream (adjacent to a church) specializes in super premium ice cream in ridiculously creative flavors like Lucky Me, made with Lucky Charms cereal, and the Tipsy Seagull, featuring single malt whiskey infused chocolate ice cream.

Boston, America’s Walking City, is close to Salem and makes a great day trip.

MBTA Train (30 minutes)

The commuter rail is less than a 10-minute walk from the Hawthorne Hotel.

Ferry (50 minutes)

The seasonal ferry embarks and departs from Blaney Street.

Drive (45 minutes) Scout out parking garages, avoid rush hour, and drive to Boston.

Don’t Miss:

Pastries in the North End, shopping at Faneuil Hall, a ride on the Greenway Carousel, Fenway Park, Harvard Square, Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, State House, Public Garden, Acorn Street, and Beacon Hill.

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RESTAURANTS & FOOD

Photo By: 1925 Hawthorne

“Ristorante Trattoria”

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE

Chef/Owner from Verona

Giorgio and his Staff welcome you to Bella Verona. We will try to recapture the ambiance typical of Verona, the City of Juliette on the Adige River. Lose yourselves in the culinary experience of sitting down to a delicious meal with a good glass of wine.

Hours: Mon-Sat 4pm-10pm & Sun 4pm-9pm

Daily Specials • Serving Beer & Wine

For Reservations

978-825-9911

107 Essex Street

Located directly across the street from the Hawthorne Hotel

www.bellaverona.com

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SHOPPING & SERVICES

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS

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Save $8.00 per person.

Combination tickets available.

Witch Dungeon Museum

The most exciting experience in Salem! An award-winning live reenactment of a witch trial—from the original transcript of 1692—plus a guided tour through the dungeon. Located at 16 Lynde Street, Salem. Open daily 10am-5pm April thru November. Last Performance starts at 5pm. Extended hours in October. Call 978.741.3570. Visa/MC/Dis. witchdungeon.com

Witch History Museum

The stories of 1692 are told through a historically accurate live presentation and a guided tour downstairs featuring 15 life-size scenes depicting these stories. Located at 197-201 Essex Street in Salem. Open daily 10am-5pm April thru November. Last Tour starts at 5pm. Extended hours in October. Call 978.741.7770. Visa/MC/Dis.

witchhistorymuseum.com

NewEngland Pirate Museum

Located at 274 Derby Street, Salem. Features a guided tour where you will visit a recreated dockside village and pirate ship and experience the adventures of New England’s sea-robbers. Open daily 10am-5pm May thru October. Last Tour starts at 5pm. Extended hours in October. Call 978.741.2800. Visa/MC/Dis. piratemuseum.com

Tickets for Salem’s Red Trolley sold at all three Museums!

All three museums withina tenminutewalk of theHawthorne Hotel