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"Art is the Queen of all sciences communicating knowledge to all the generations of the world."
- Leonardo da Vinci

The Moravians, who founded Salem in 1766, were widely known for their music as well as their trades and crafts: pottery, cabinetry, guns, silver and tin wares and textiles. Music and the arts were interwoven into the daily life of Salem through work, worship and education.

Join us for a day of hands-on Arts based activities and demonstrations throughout the historic town of Salem. Let your students experience the wonderful history and heritage of "Arts Alive in Salem".

Activities include:
- Experience a puppet show based on Cherokee legends with interactive activities after the performance
- Learn about the Moravian legacy of music in Salem both secular and sacred and hear the Tannenberg Organ
- Enjoy a delightful look at early childhood in Salem through a study of photographs from our collection
- Try your hand at block printing and theorem painting
- Learn about the art of Moravian decorated pottery
- And many more hands-on activities and demonstrations throughout the historic district.