The area between Boston and the New Hampshire border is filled with attractions that are beautiful and diverse, providing some of the best that Massachusetts has to offer. For a history lesson in the macabre, check out Salem, just 20 mi (32 km) northeast of Boston. Infamous for its witch trials in the late 1600s, Salem is now home to such attractions as the Museum of Myths and Monsters, the Witch Dungeon Museum and several supposedly haunted mansions. Whale watching and deep-sea fishing prove to be popular activities, especially in Gloucester, which also boasts a beautiful beach. The seaside communities of Beverly, Danvers and Rockport also attract visitors looking for sun and surf in the summer. History enthusiasts enjoy perusing the exhibits at the American Textile History Museum in Lowell and touring The House of the Seven Gables—Salem's oldest mansion. Those looking for outdoor adventure appreciate Halibut Point State Park near Rockport, where hiking, picnicking and fishing are popular pastimes.