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Salem, Massachusetts: Salem Wax Museum

50 wax dummies made in London showcase Salem history from its founding in 1626 to the witch trials of 1692.

Address:
288 Derby St., Salem, MA
Directions:
Downtown. Entrance is on the east side of Liberty St., a half-block north of Derby St./Hwy 1A.
Phone:
978-740-2929
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Witches!

Salem Wax Museum

Self-guided tour through the Salem Wax Museum. Took only about 20 minutes to go through, and we even read every sign at each exhibit.

[Chrissie, 08/09/2019]
Judge Rules That Wax Belongs To Everyone

The Salem Wax Museum of Witches and Seafarers in Salem, Massechusetts, has failed in its attempt to reserve the word "wax" for itself.

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[09/23/2005] Complete News Story


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In the region:
Democratic Donkey, Republican Footprints, Boston, MA - 14 mi.

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