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              Tuesday – Friday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
              Saturday, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

              About Us

              For our members and visitors, the Salem Athenaeum is a beautiful haven, a source for current and historical books, a place to enjoy a broad array of cultural programming, a living link to the history of Salem and our country, and a community where they find fellowship with other curious thinkers.

              Events

              The Last Great Territory Big Band: A Conversation with Carmen Fields and Henley Douglas
              • Join us for a special evening of jazz-inspired conversation with award-winning journalist Carmen Fields, and renowned saxophonist Henley Douglas Jr.
              • Thursday Feb 26, 2026
              Mystery Writing Workshop with Kevin Carey
              • Join author Kevin Carey for a look at some classic examples from the mystery greats and learn a thing or two about how to get your mystery novel idea published.
              • Saturday Feb 28, 2026