Step back into the year 1692, where fear, superstition, and mass hysteria gripped the Puritan town of Salem. In this chilling portrayal, historical presenter Michelle Gibbons will embody the voice of one of the countless women accused of witchcraft during the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Hear firsthand what it was like to live under suspicion, accused of dark, unthinkable crimes for which the only evidence was rumor, fear, and prejudice.
Gibbons will bring to life the dread, despair, and resilience of a suspected witch, giving voice to those silenced by history. Was this accused woman truly guilty of witchcraft, or simply a victim of fear and ignorance?
Join us as we delve into one of the darkest chapters in American history and confront the enduring question: What would you do if your life depended on a confession to a crime you didn’t commit?
This program is brought to you by Beyond the Page, Madison Community Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Humanities.