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All the United States Massachusetts Salem Salem Witch Board Museum

Salem Witch Board Museum

A museum dedicated exclusively to the lore and history of ouija boards.

Salem, Massachusetts

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This museum contains one of the largest known collections of ouija boards. The inside is filled with exhibits that detail the history of talking boards from 1890, until the present day. Visitors can also learn about the pop culture influence surrounding ouija boards. There is also a Victorian-style séance room, complete with a board for you to connect to the other side. 

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The tour is self-guided. The museum is located in the back of Remember Salem.

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Salem Witch Board Museum
127 Essex St
Salem, Massachusetts, 01970
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42.522224, -70.890891
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