Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night will keep hundreds of Salem kids from waiting at the foot of the Hawthorne Hotel tonight for the Arrival of Santa. A much-beloved tradition to kick off the Holiday season in our community, it takes p…

Interact with wine & spirits in a different way this week, April 3rd – 8th, courtesy of the Hawthorne Hotel. More than classes, these are full course “meals” in the art of sipping, listening, learning and being entertained by connoisseurs to become one yourself. Speaking of entertainment, there will be tasty music to drink in […]

Take a break from your holiday shopping this Friday to join friends & neighbors in the community of Salem as we celebrate two traditions: Santa’s Arrival and the lighting of Salem’s Holiday Tree. This year, though, Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem have combined these two separate activities into one flowing event to […]

“Salem would be a very different community without an asset like the Hawthorne,” responds Kylie Sullivan, Executive Director, Salem Main Streets when asked to describe the Hawthorne Hotel in 25 words or less. No doubt those words & feelings will be echoed a lot this Thursday evening when the Hotel celebrates 90 years of service […]

Do you sense something in the air? Some level of seismic activity of a paranormal nature? You would be tuning in to Salem Con, the first ever celebrity-filled paranormal convention, to be held in Salem Ma, April 10-12 at the Hawthorne Hotel. Mass Ghost…

People always ask us what we think is the most popular costume seen in Salem Ma. Witch? Ghostbuster? Vampire? We like to say that it depends on the time of year. And for the winter season, without a doubt it is the bright red outfit worn by a certain K…

Puzzles to the right, puzzles to the left. It’s a puzzling sight. This Friday through Sunday, Aug. 1-3, the Hawthorne Hotel will be THE meeting place for the 12th annual Puzzle Parley. What is a Puzzle Parley? Since 1994, the Puzzle Parley has brought together people passionate about jigsaw puzzles. Anyone interested in making, collecting, […]

Ho Ho Ho! Had you been part of the crowd we had at the Hawthorne on Friday night, you would have been shouting that along with the bright-eyed kids anticipating the arrival of Santa Claus. It was a great evening and we thank the moms and dads who broug…

While there have been several sightings of Santa Claus in Salem and surrounding communities, Salem Main Streets has been informed by reliable sources that the jolly old fellow will make a full appearance 6pm tonight— at the Hawthorne Hotel. In what has become an annual event, Santa will suddenly appear atop the roof of the […]

Here’s a great excuse to get out and support the Northeast Animal Shelter.  The Wizard of Paws fundraiser will be at the Hawthorne Hotel on May 12. 

Make reservations sooner rather than later for the scrumptious Easter Brunch that is being planned by the Hawthorne Hotel. You can view their Easter Menu here.  It includes smoked salmon, carving stations, delicious desserts, and oh-so-much more.&…

Attention all Princesses!  The Hawthorne Hotel has added a second Princess Tea to their calendar!  Get out your party dress, gloves, and tiaras, because on April 9th at 12 Noon it will be time to celebrate the princess in all of us.

This wi…

The art scene of Massachusetts’ North Shore area has always been progressive and trend-setting. Artists like Winslow Homer and Mark Rothko visited often for inspiration and relaxation. The Salem Arts Association, relatively new to the North Sh…

Calling all moms, aunts, grandmothers, godmothers, and fairy godmothers!  Bring your princesses to tea at the Hawthorne Hotel. . . . And by the way, dads, uncles and grandfathers are welcome too!– as the historic Hawthorne Hotel, a member of His…

The Hawthorne Hotel has a wonderful line up of holiday events for all ages.  Here is the schedule: 
“Toys for Tots” Teddy Bear Tea, Saturday, December 18, Noon – 2pmA favorite tradition at the Hawthorne, this tea is dedicated to “Toys fo…

I get a fair number of questions about the flags that fly outside the Hawthorne Hotel each day.  General Manager Juli Lederhaus publishes the “Flags of the Week” on the Hawthorne Hotel blog each week.  So, if you’re wondering which flag is wh…

The historic Hawthorne Hotel has revamped their award-wining Sunday Jazz Brunch with a new Prix Fixe menu.Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad, Fresh Fruit Plate, Brioche French Toast, Croque Monsieur, Huevos Rancheros, Chocolate and Banana Bread Pud…

I’ve decided that a Monday without birthday cake is not a Monday at all. We should make a habit of gathering for cake on a regular basis.Today we celebrated the actual day of Sophia Peabody Hawthorne’s birth. She is 200 years old today, and she looks…

I’ve decided that a Monday without birthday cake is not a Monday at all. We should make a habit of gathering for cake on a regular basis.Today we celebrated the actual day of Sophia Peabody Hawthorne’s birth. She is 200 years old today, and she looks…

This new package came across my inbox this morning. Look for it on the Salem.or/deals page soon!The Golden Age of Dutch Seascapes Exhibit Package (Through September 7, 2009) This package highlights another great exhibit brought to us by the Peabody …