deepdowntraumahound
Aug 2017
*Tonight, if anybody's reading this on 8/20/17, is a special Lovecraft-themed tour on the event of his birthday. Based on my experience a few days ago I wish I could attend this one; would love to hear even more.*
I went with a few friends, merging with a couple of small groups at the point where we met Daniel, our guide. His tour was excellent, well-researched and very specific without the earmarks of a script. He absolutely connects with the whole group, knows and cares greatly about what he's talking about, and is amenable to any question you might have about the places so soaked in atmosphere that he'll tell you about. I asked him a few questions about Lovecraft connections that were met with totally interesting anecdotes. The context he gave to tie various historical figures you may have heard about together is great, and he managed to bring the era to life over a couple of hours more effectively than a Witchcraft course I took at NYU a few years ago!
He was kind enough to stick around and give a couple insistent groups (us) some great additional information after the tour had concluded. Both historical and pertaining to..the remaining abundant nightlife in Salem! Would definitely go back, I have a feeling you'd get something unique each time.