Aidyn Osgood, visiting assistant professor of gender and women's studies, teaches a popular class on the history of witchcraft. He shares insights into ways...
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Halloween as we know it is a secular celebration with roots in the Celtic harvest festival of Samhain, which was observed in ancient Britain and Ireland on...
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If we turn the pages of history, it feels as if Halloween went through a troubled past coupled with sinister beliefs and harrowing superstitions.
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Somerville author Lesley Bannatyne recounts Halloween's roots, while writer Sam Baltrusis explores Salem's dark past.
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Salem balances the dark tourism of the 1692 Witch Trials at Halloween with a cathartic approach to teaching and practicing social justice.
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The origins of Halloween trace back to Ireland. Several regions across the island lay claim to the birth of this globally celebrated event.
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The city has no shortage of creepy places to check out, and the good news is that many are conveniently accessible.
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Today's more family-friendly Halloween once had a much darker side, one that sometimes turned violent.
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Uncover the intriguing origins of Halloween, from disturbing Celtic rituals to common beliefs that still exist today.
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The spooky strolls aren't just a good way to send a chill down your spine at Halloween, they also teach real local history and boost tourism at sometimes...
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