Somerville author Lesley Bannatyne recounts Halloween's roots, while writer Sam Baltrusis explores Salem's dark past.
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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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Most of us know that Halloween originated in an annual Celtic pagan festival called Samhain, which was then “Christianized” by the early Catholic Church...
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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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While modern Halloween is filled with campy creepiness, the history of Halloween is intriguing and complex.
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Its roots date back thousands of years, spanning Celtic festivals, Catholic holidays, and even British burial rituals. Here, we explore its age-old origins.
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Halloween, an annual celebration widely associated with American traditions, is making its mark in Italy with increasing popularity each year.
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Halloween is upon us once again, and ghouls, ghosts and scary creatures of all sorts are out and about. Where did our spooky rituals come from?
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Explore the top events and things to do for Halloween in Chicago. Discover halloween parties, haunted houses, tours, and more spooky festivities!
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At this time of the year, anyone can wear an outlandish mask. You can also carry a huge ax, or a machete, or wear gloves with knives for fingers,...
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