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Folkways Friday Special: Of Witchcraft and Counter-magic: Part 1 - Interview with Professor Emerson Baker of Salem State University
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Date:
Friday, October 23, 2020
Time:
Sunrise
Type of Event
Virtual/Digital
Description
Park Ranger Jim Hollister conducts and in-depth 30 minute interview with archaeologist and historian Professor Emerson "Tad" Baker of Salem State University. We will explore the common and persistent beliefs in witchcraft and evil spirits in Colonial New England, and how people sought to protect themselves, their families and their homes from these eerie and harmful invaders.
Watch the video on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnghjmcghsE
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