Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue

Located near the Hawthorne Hotel, the Nathaniel Hawthorne Statue honors one of Salem’s most famous literary figures. The bronze statue depicts the author of The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables, seated on a bench along Hawthorne Boulevard in downtown Salem.

Born in Salem in 1804, Hawthorne drew inspiration from the city’s history throughout his writing, including its Colonial past and connections to the Salem Witch Trials. The statue is a popular stop for visitors exploring Salem’s literary history, nearby museums, and historic downtown.

Visitors interested in Hawthorne’s Salem can also explore nearby sites connected to his life and legacy, including the Custom House at Salem Maritime National Historic Site, where Hawthorne once worked, and The House of the Seven Gables, which inspired one of his best-known novels.