Date Of Event: April 9, 2017
Location: Lappin Park, Essex St, Salem, MA
Handicapped Accessible: Yes
Highlights: Aspiring and casual artists painting and drawing works of art
Once known exclusively for the tragic Salem Witch Trials and tales of haunted attractions, Salem, MA, has become a hub of artistic and creative expression. The “Art In The Park” event held last weekend (April 9) at Lappin Park (also known as the park with the Bewitched statue) is proof of this.
This was the first “Art In The Park” event and it was such a success another event has been planned for May (details of the upcoming event can be found near the end of this post). The idea came to a school teacher who resides in Salem, MA. And, the Salem Collective of Arts And Musicians (SCAM) ran with the idea.
Gary, one of the organizers of the event, told me, it was great seeing people from all walks of life, ages and backgrounds getting together to bond over art.
From novices to skilled artists, all were welcome to participate. This family’s work of art was aptly called, “Family.”
This work of art was a collaborative effort with at least 3 or 4 people taking turns working on it.
This work of art was created by the creator of the event, John.
Another Art In The Park event is scheduled for Sunday, May 7 at Lappin Park in Salem, MA , at 11 a.m. Minimal materials will be provided. For more details, check out their Facebook page:Art In The Park.
Below are some photos of the exterior of the SCAM building on Essex St
Although they weren’t interested in painting, I saw a lot of dogs in Salem enjoying the beautiful Salem weather.
Bella is a 2 year old rescue from Alabama. Although her exact breed is not known, her mom thinks she probably has some Lab in her. Either way, she cute’s as a button!
Nora is a 5 year old Chihuahua. Don’t you just love those ears!
As an fyi, the Salem garage (at least the one on New Liberty St where the Museum Plaza is) no longer has attendees in their parking garage. They have automated their pay system. Gone are the friendly faces that greeted you as you entered and left the garage.
Although it seems like a minor change and for the better for some, I’ll actually miss having a person taking my money and wishing me a good day instead of paying a lifeless machine. It’s funny how such a small and seemingly innocuous change can bother me so. I suppose it’s also a sign that things are changing (and I suspect there will be many more changes coming to Salem). Or, it could just be another sign the machines are taking over!
New England Nomad 
April 13th, 2017 at 4:18 am
Machines will never be able to top a good dog.
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April 13th, 2017 at 4:21 am
This is true! ( :
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April 13th, 2017 at 7:12 am
Love this! Of course, I do so enjoy Salem!
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April 13th, 2017 at 11:40 pm
Thank you, Mac! It’s one of my favorite places to visit in Massachusetts!
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April 14th, 2017 at 9:29 am
You’re welcome!
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April 13th, 2017 at 3:56 pm
I’ve only been to Salem once, just for a day. Enjoyed the visit, but I’d love to have been there for Art in the Park. Sounds really nice.
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April 13th, 2017 at 7:49 pm
Love Salem! Great little city with interesting history. So much to learn and soak up there.
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April 13th, 2017 at 11:51 pm
Yes, it’s so rich with history and the people in that area are so friendly albeit lplp a bit eccentric which keeps things interesting. Thank you Amber.
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April 13th, 2017 at 8:19 pm
Bella’s head shows a lot of Boxer ancestry for me.
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April 14th, 2017 at 10:00 pm
She could be. It’s so hard to tell sometimes with rescue dogs.
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April 18th, 2017 at 6:02 am
I get it. Recently I went through a toll booth on a bridge my husband and I use about once a month. And I was so pleasantly surprised that four days later I told my husband. I said, “Honey, when I went over the bridge the toll taker was pleasant. She said, “Hello.” “Thank you.” and “Have a nice day.” It was such a great change from the normally robotic people that just take the money. So I can understand why just using the automated is kinda drag.
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April 18th, 2017 at 9:49 am
That’s exactly what I mean. It made you feel good to have such a nice interaction with a human. It was also nice because it was one of the last parking garages in the area with people working the booth. Thank you!
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April 23rd, 2017 at 1:09 am
Bummer, that it was one of the last ones.
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