Pirates and Puritans: Cotton Mather and The Whydah Trial of 1717

In 1717, six pirates that survived a wreck off Cape Cod were tried for piracy in Boston. The puritan minister Cotton Mather (whose earlier views on witchcraft affected the Salem Witch Trials outcome) made his presence felt, both to condemn piracy, but also offer salvation to the condemned pirates. This tour will explore the collision of the Puritan world and piracy in early Boston.

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Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The tour will meet at the basement level of Faneuil Hall and will end at the Copp's Hill Burying Ground

Schedule

75 Minutes

Event Type

• Guided Tour
• Talk
• Walk