Salem Arts Association upcoming events

Exhibition: Monsters & Myths (Saturday, September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Monsters & Myths

“Monsters & Myths” is an open exhibition to members and non-members at our Pickering Wharf gallery to celebrate Salem’s spooky season.

We’ve invited artists to explore the creatures, legends, and stories that haunt our imaginations. From ancient folklore and supernatural beings to modern-day fears and personal phantoms, this show celebrates the power of myth and mystery in all its forms.

This fall exhibition allows artists to delve into the realm of the eerie and the extraordinary, celebrating the rich tapestry of folklore, legends, and the fantastical creatures that haunt our imaginations. As Salem is renowned for its history of witchcraft and supernatural tales, we have encouraged artists to explore their interpretations of monsters and myths, whether they be drawn from personal experiences, cultural stories, or classic literature. "Myths & Monsters" showcases a unique vision of the mysterious and the macabre.

Opening Reception: Friday September 18 , 2026 6:00 – 8:00
Exhibit Dates: Saturday September 19 - Saturday November 7, 2026
Gallery Hours are every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Salem Arts Metaphysical Series: Tarot Immersive For Artists & Creatives- One Night Only (Wednesday, October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Lecture Presentation & Workshop

By Leah Ordonia

Salem Arts Association Board of Directors

Tuition Class:

$40 for Salem Arts Members

$60 for Non-Members

Salem Arts Metaphysical Series

Tarot Immersive

For Artists & Creatives,

One Night Only

By popular demand, the Salem Arts Association is offering a Tarot Immersive for one night only on Wednesday, October 28th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EST. Explore all 78 cards, how to read the Tarot for yourself, and how to read for others in this hands-on interactive workshop style class. Learn practical tips and gain immediate feedback practicing this timeless esoteric art of wonder and mystery.

Whether you are new to Tarot, could use a review, or simply want to gain a new perspective and take your skills to the next level, this class will help you push the relationship between your creative skills and intuitive gifts while developing a newfound confidence in reading the Tarot.

Please bring to each class your very own deck of the Rider-Waite Tarot and any materials you feel would enhance your learning such as a sketchbook or Tarot journal, water bottle, and pen.

Treat yourself this Halloween season with the gift of divination for one magical night of Tarot at the Salem Arts Gallery. Space is limited, so book your ticket today!

About Leah Ordonia

Leah Ordonia is a mixed media gallery artist, illustrator, animator, and lecturing artist with a background in television and film production from her hometown of Los Angeles, France, New York, and Boston.

As a CalArts alum with directing experience at Gobelins L’école de l’image in Paris, France, Leah has worked on productions for Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, 20th Century Fox, Epitaph Records, Disney Education, PBS Digital Studios, and WGBH among others. Her films have screened in festivals including SIGGRAPH and the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Leah has taught animation courses at CalArts, the Sony Pictures Media Arts Program, Massart, and currently teaches The Business of Animation at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA.

On her spiritual path, Leah is a shamanic ancestral lineage holder, a Reiki Master, a Rune Grandmaster, a Belvaspata Healing Grandmaster, and psychic medium. She is grateful to have had many great teachers from various spiritual traditions including the world renown psychic medium Thomas John, the star of the reality television series “Seatbelt Psychic.” She is skilled with various forms of divination such as the Tarot, oracle cards, pendulums, tea leaf reading, and scrying in nature. As a lover of the outdoors, she is also a volunteer at the Southend Corridor Community Gardens who have just been awarded the 2026 First Place Pollinator Garden in the Boston area.

Leah has served at the Lily Dale Healing Temple in Upstate New York, plant medicine ceremonies, inter-state metaphysical fairs, and healing circles. She is a contributor to the City of Lights Prayer gatherings, the Soul Journey Sundays Collective, and is a member of the Mystic River Grove, the Massachusetts branch of the International Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids. Her goal is to co-create a better world through the power of art, universal love, Earth healing, and magic!

As a member of the Salem Arts Association Board of Directors, Leah holds a vision to bridge the gap between the visual arts and the metaphysical arts to take the potential and impact of pure creativity to new heights.

Gallery Reception: Member Holiday Showcase (Friday, November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Annual Member Holiday Showcase

Our Annual Member Holiday Showcase at the Pickering Wharf gallery wraps up the first year in our new space! This festive exhibition celebrates the creativity and community of our members during the holiday season. We encourage artwork that embodies the essence of the holidays, whether it’s a celebration of winter, personal reflections, or the warmth of togetherness.

From painting and photography to sculpture, crafts, and mixed media, this show shares the latest creations intended to find a new home for the holidays!.

Join us as we fill the gallery with color, warmth, and imagination to celebrate another vibrant year of art in Salem and ring in the holiday season together!

Opening Reception: Friday November 13. 2026, 6:00 – 8:00
Exhibit Dates: Saturday November 14, 2026 – Saturday January 2, 2027
Gallery Hours are every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Exhibition: Member Holiday Showcase (Saturday, November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Annual Member Holiday Showcase

From painting and photography to sculpture, crafts, and mixed media, this show shares the latest creations intended to find a new home for the holidays!.

Join us as we fill the gallery with color, warmth, and imagination to celebrate another vibrant year of art in Salem and ring in the holiday season together!

Opening Reception: Friday November 13. 2026, 6:00 – 8:00
Exhibit Dates: Saturday November 14, 2026 – Saturday January 2, 2027
Gallery Hours are every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Salem Arts’ Annual Holiday Market (Saturday, November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Salem Arts’ Annual Holiday Market

Old Town Hall, Derby Square, Salem

Going back to 2012, Salem Arts brings together artists and makers from our membership and the greater North Shore for our Holiday Artists' Market at Salem's historic Old Town Hall. Held on Small Business Saturday, the juried 2-story market features handmade art, character performers, and live music. Organized by our member volunteers, it’s a labor of love and a joy to put together every season for our community.

The 2026 Holiday Market will be held Saturday November 28th, 11-5. Entrance is free for this family- friendly event.

Please consider patronizing our sponsors - they make this possible!

The application period for the 2026 Holiday Market has closed. If you’re interested in vending at the market in the future, please sign up for the Salem Arts’ Newsletter where the 2027 application schedule will be announced.