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November 2023 by Rel P
Amazing place! They have really cool niche items and really value their customers. Definitely check it out ✨️
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October 2023 by Michael M.
I don't know a lot about the occult or the metaphysical. The hidden mysteries of this world remain mostly hidden to me.I've been to haunted places all over the country and never seen, heard, or felt anything worth noting.These sorts of things are quite honestly little more than curiosity to me.This store however, caters to those other kind of people, the people who actually practice and not just keep interesting knickknacks on a shelf as a reminder to their travels.Asking questions got me real answers in the form of conversation, not just canned responses in an effort to sell product. The solemnity and respect prevalent throughout the shop showed.
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September 2023 by James Bennett
Lovely folks. Great book selection and more! My favorite shop in Salem, by far.
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August 2023 by Krista Valentine
Salem is filled with mystical type shops and tarot readings so why did I pick this one ( I had been offered a reading at almost every shop I entered). Frankly because it felt right. The lady that helped me was very helpful, informative, and interesting to talk with. The reading I got there felt genuine. I have had many readings over time and read my own tarot and my reading here felt insightful. I look forward to returning whenever I get to visit Salem again.
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May 2023 by NatureLovin Mommy23
David Newman was absolutely amazingly accurate in my reading highly recommended
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May 2023 by M
This is an exceptional store! Very wise owners and very good quality products. Thank you for all the advice, individual service and opportunity to learn. I hope to come back soon.
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January 2023 by Omnivaga
This review details both the shop itself (located on Essex Street) as well as the fabulous and top-notch classes offered at their learning annex located on Boston Street.I’ll start by talking about the classes, which are an absolute MUST because they’re the real deal and, without any disrespect intended, far exceed anything else offered by peer organizations in Salem. These days there’s no shortage of classes available that address various topics in the occult, they can be engaging and informative, but it’s rare for them to be taught by real practicing magicians/astrologers/etc. whose knowledge comes from long-standing traditions and methods. Without going into specifics, I attended a class on Ars Goetia a while back, and some of the information presented was the “hidden” kind that only a deeply knowledgeable practitioner would be familiar with. Combine this with an engaging teaching style and one has the making of a world-class seminar. Same goes for an astrology class that I attended recently, which far exceeded my already high expectations regarding subject matter, delivery, and depth of insight.I’ve been going to the shop for a few years now, and I stumbled on it rather fortuitously when looking for materials/reading related to ceremonial magick (Golden Dawn, etc.). Having visited nearly every occult shop in Salem, Hermetic Arts is THE place to go if you’re looking for one-of-a-kind items related to several magickal disciplines outside from basic witchcraft accessories. Although they do have a good collection of witchcraft items (stones, chime candles, etc.), what always impresses me is the very well cultivated collection of books (some of which are rare, out of print or first editions), items such as Solomonic pentacles made by real practicing ceremonial magicians following the procedures outlined in the Greater Key of Solomon, and of course the owners/staff who are knowledgeable, genuine, and dedicated to what they do and spreading their deep knowledge to others.
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December 2022 by Ana Mendez
Such a great store! There’s always something interesting to see and learn. I stop by every time I’m in Salem.
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December 2022 by Jeff Dineen
The first time I ever felt like I really found magick. David is amazing and his staff is wonderful
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December 2022 by Izzy Mizell
I had a troubling negative experience here and unfortunately it seems that my review has been deleted.
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December 2022 by Sarah Ryan
Local & this is one of my favorite shops downtown. They have all the niche things you are looking for, and are very affordable which is nice for locals living in a tourist area. I was seeking a specific candle and they were able to make one over the weekend for me. I have been in many times and the staff is always helpful & really know what they’re talking about ?
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December 2022 by Ron Hampton
We were sold a statue that was represented to be bronze. It was resin and for 80 dollars, it was not worth the price.We brought it back in its original packaging and explained it was not as he had represented it. The owner flatly stated he did not take returns.A piece of advice: Examine your merchandise so you know what you're selling. Arrogance only works if you're actually correct—though it still makes you look like a tool.UPDATED RESPONSE TO BUSINESS'S REPLY:--A receipt was not given and it was our mistake for not requesting one. Why did you not offer a receipt for an 80-dollar sale?--At no time was the word "resin" used in describing the item before the sale. When you tell me that an item is cold-cast bronze, omitting "resin" in the item's description is patently unethical.--We left the item in your possession and will be working with our credit card company to reverse the charge. You've made this far more difficult for everyone concerned, considering you'll probably turn around and resell it to someone else who hears the words "cold cast bronze" but should know actually that means "primarily plastic."
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December 2022 by Dina vila
I came from Miami I truly love Salem. I went to This store and got my first reading in Salem I was shocked best reading I’ve had there the best of the best ❤️❤️❤️ 100 recommend.
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December 2022 by Joshua Langberg
If you come to visit Salem, and you want to experience a real magic shop, you must visit the Hermetic Arts! They have all the information, and tools that you may need to enhance your spiritual and psychic experiences. The owners are legitimate practitioners, and are a wealth of information. They are very wonderful people, and are happy to share their knowledge.The readers are excellent, I guarantee you will get the answers you seek, if you know the question to ask!
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December 2022 by Dan S
Rude owner. Got scolded like a child for touching a necklace, then for taking a photo, neither of which had a sign stating those rules. Only sign I saw was "ask for help" and "do not touch the book," referring to the book the necklace was hanging on. I was actually going to purchase some things there but that went out the window. I recommend shopping at the tons of other stores in Salem where the staff actually isn't miserable. Also, your personal readings at this location are completely within earshot of other customers, so don't expect your conversation to be private.RESPONSE TO (PROBABLY) OWNER:To respond to your sarcastic content about the necklace signage, if it simply said "don't touch" I wouldn't have touched anything. But it specifically mentioned the book, so I wanted to be respectful and tried not to touch the book itself. As for taking the photo, that's on me, I was just not in the mood to look all around your store for a list of rules. All in all, your level of communication was demeaning and rude. I know I'm just some tourist that you roll your eyes to, but simply being NICE in that situation would have come across a much better way.