A curated intimate gathering space for artists, educators, storytellers, and meaningful celebrations  by the creators of Nocturne 🌿🕯️

 

More Than a Venue

In Spring 2026, we opened the doors to @hillhouseparlour ✨ a thoughtfully designed intimate gathering space. The Hill House Parlour is designed for small creative experiences, classes, games and appointment-based events. Tucked just down Houdini Way from Nocturne, Hill House Parlour is an intimate gathering space in the heart of Salem, Massachusetts. Inspired by rococo elegance, French bistro charm, and an enchanted woodland fantasy, the Parlour was created for workshops, readings, salons, lectures, classes, book discussions, photo sessions, and private gatherings.

Hill House Parlour was never intended to be simply another room for rent. It was created as an extension of Nocturne's mission to cultivate creativity, curiosity, and genuine human connection. Every gathering held here becomes part of the continuing story of this 219-year-old space.

HILL HOUSE PRINCIPLE Private celebrations help sustain the space. Artists help define it.

 

The Parlour at a Glance

•    Designed for approximately 8 to 10 guests, plus one or two hosts

•    Flexible furnishings for conversation, instruction, crafting, or presentation

•    Advance reservation and event approval required

•    Located at 15 Front Street in downtown Salem

•    Historic-building access includes stairs; an alternate accessible entrance may be coordinated in advance

 

OUR PHILOSOPHY We strive to host thoughtful events that respect the artist, historical space, guests and the creative life of the Salem community.

Hill House Parlour is a tiny, atmospheric gathering space created for artists, makers, teachers, friends, and our community to come together and make a little magic.

Our pricing depends on what you're using the space for and how involved you'd like us to be.

 

Independent Artist Workshop | $150

You run the event. We provide the space and help spread the word.

Reserve Hill House Parlour for a flat $150 artist rental fee, paid upfront to secure your date.

With this option:

• You create and manage your own ticketing or registration.

• You set your ticket price and keep 100% of your ticket revenue.

• You handle guest communication and event administration.

• You create and manage the primary marketing for your event.

• Hill House Parlour will still support your event by sharing it on our social channels, adding it to our Linktree, and collaborating on social posts through Hill House Parlour when appropriate.

This option is ideal for artists who already have their workshop or event planned and simply need a beautiful space to bring it to life.

 

Hill House Parlour + Nocturne Artist Collaboration | 25% of Ticket Revenue

We work with you to ticket, market, promote, and help manage the event.

We ask for a small $50 non-refundable deposit for an approved collaboration to hold the date. Then Hill House Parlour/Nocturne receives 25% of final ticket revenue, excluding Eventbrite processing fees minus the $50 deposit. 

With this option:

• We create and manage the Eventbrite listing.

• We help coordinate ticketing and event details.

• We assist with guest communication related to ticketing and registration.

• We create promotional content for the event.

• We promote the event through Hill House Parlour and Nocturne's social channels.

• We collaborate with you on social media posts and introduce the event to our existing community.

• After the event, our 25% collaboration fee is deducted from final ticket revenue and the remaining balance is paid to you.

This option is best for artists who want more than a room rental and would like the additional reach, ticketing, marketing, promotion, and administrative support that comes with an official Hill House Parlour + Nocturne collaboration.

 

Private Parties & Gatherings | $250–$350

Your own little parlour for the occasion.

For birthdays, bridal gatherings, celebrations, meetings, private craft nights, book gatherings, photo sessions, or simply an excuse to gather your favorite people somewhere beautiful, Hill House Parlour is available as a private rental for $250–$350, depending on the length and needs of your event.

Private rentals are different from artist workshops and collaborations because they are not public, ticketed events designed to generate income for the host. Instead, you're reserving the parlour exclusively for your own gathering.

Your private rental includes:

• Exclusive use of Hill House Parlour during your reserved time.

• Access to the existing tables, chairs, furnishings, and atmosphere of the space.

• Reasonable setup and cleanup time as agreed upon when booking.

• The freedom to bring your own décor, food, non-alcoholic beverages, activities, and supplies within our house rules.

Private events are not marketed or ticketed by Hill House Parlour or Nocturne.

$250 for shorter private gatherings
$350 for longer private events or those requiring additional time/setup

We'll confirm your exact rental rate before booking based on the length and needs of your event.

Which Option Is Right for Me?

You're an artist running your own public workshop?
Choose the $150 Independent Artist Workshop. You handle the event and keep 100% of your ticket revenue.

You're an artist who wants Nocturne + Hill House involved?
Choose the 25% Artist Collaboration. We help ticket, market, promote, and administer the event!

You're celebrating, gathering with friends, or hosting a private event?
Choose a Private Parlour Rental, $250–$350.

REPRESENTING THE NOCTURNE BRAND An event may be described as presented by, hosted by, in collaboration with, or in partnership with Nocturne or Hill House Parlour only when that relationship has been approved in writing.

 

We believe there is a meaningful difference between renting a beautiful room for a private celebration and creating an experience that enriches Salem's creative community.

For that reason, Hill House Parlour offers intentionally reduced pricing for qualifying artists, educators, authors, historians, nonprofit organizations, and community-centered programming. Private rentals help us care for the room while making it more accessible to the creators who inspire it.

The room is part of a 219-year-old building, and every Host becomes its temporary steward. Booking time must include setup and cleanup. Hosts are responsible for attendees, ticketing, refunds, supplies, staffing, permits, and event operations unless another arrangement is approved in writing.

•    No glitter, confetti, loose petals, smoke effects, or difficult-to-clean materials

•    No open flames, smoking, vaping, incense, or burning materials

•    No nails, screws, staples, adhesive hooks, or tape on walls, decor, or furniture

•    No excessive noise or disruptive amplified sound

•    No alcohol without advance approval and every required license, permit, and insurance policy

•    No animals except service animals, unless approved in writing

•    No storage before or after the event unless separately arranged

Please submit the Event Inquiry Form with your preferred date, event description, expected attendance, ticket price, setup needs, accessibility needs, and requested promotional support. Submission does not guarantee approval. Every gathering is reviewed for fit, capacity, safety, scheduling, and alignment with the spirit of Hill House Parlour.

If you would like to request a reservation at the Hill House Parlour,  please review the calendar and community guidelines below and then click here to fill out the request form. Please give as many details as possible. This will help us help you in a timely manner.  

We are honored you chose use to host your special event, and we look forward to working with you! 

RESERVATION A date is not reserved until the event is approved, the agreement is signed, and the required payment clears. We generally respond to complete inquiries within three to five business days.

 

The Hill House Parlour Calendar

 

Community Use Guidelines

These guidelines help keep the space accessible, affordable, and sustainable for everyone in our creative community.

Appointment-Based Use Only

Hill House Parlour operates strictly as an appointment-based event space.

All gatherings must have:

• A scheduled start and end time
• Pre-registered attendees
• A defined host or instructor

Drop-in events, open retail sales, or walk-in style events are not permitted.

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Capacity

The space is designed for small, intimate gatherings.

Maximum capacity:

8-10 guests + 1 to 2 hosts

Tables may be rearranged to suit your event but must be returned to its original layout at the end of your booking.

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 You must leave the parlour as you found it: clean, organized and ready for the next guest!