- This event has passed.
Day Trip: The Salem Witch Trials and the Power of Fear
October 30 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
| Sec.# | Day | Date | Time | Fee |
| 01 | Wed. | 10/30 | 9:00am – 12:30pm | $5/$8 (1 day) |
The Salem Witch Trials and the Power of Fear is presented by history instructor and continuing education professor Joyce Haworth. Come and hear the spooky history of one of the famous Salem Witch Trials. In 1692, a group of teenage girls began having bizarre and disturbing fits. They claimed that witches in the community were persecuting them and began naming names, accusing first the poor and vulnerable and then the wealthy and respectable. In the following months fear gained the upper hand and legal safeguards went out of the window. In the course of things, twenty people were executed. This lecture lays out the true story of one of the strangest and most painful episodes in American history. Refreshments, coffee and water will be served. Registration/cancellation deadline: October 23 (spaces permitting). Transportation provided via Park District van.
Registration for this program/event begins at 9:00am on 8/8 for residents and 8/14 for non-residents.
Trip Information
Pick-up/drop-off location is at the Park District Fitness and Recreation Center lobby unless otherwise noted. Listed trip times are approximate. A detailed itinerary will be emailed at least 48 hours before the trip. Return times may vary depending on traffic and/or weather conditions; we make every attempt to return by the designated time.
Refunds
Refunds are only given under the following conditions:
1: The trip is canceled by the Barrington Park District.
2: The person asking for a refund finds a replacement for the trip.
3: The Park District has a waiting list and is able to sell your ticket.
4: If we have not met our registration minimum by the deadline date.
No cancellations/refunds will be accepted after the Registration/cancellation deadline listed for each trip.
All payments are required in full at time of registration. Please notify the Park District in advance if any special ADA or dietary accommodations are needed for the trip.
