Witchcraft throughout history has been a fascinating subject, often enveloped in mystery and superstition. From ancient civilizations to the modern world, the concept of witchcraft has intrigued and captivated people's imagination. Despite being a prevalent theme in folklore, witchcraft holds different meanings across cultures and time periods. In medieval Europe, witchcraft was viewed as a crime against the church and state, resulting in an era of witch hunts and trials. Accusations of practicing witchcraft often led to persecution and execution, with women being the primary targets. The belief in witches and their powers was deeply rooted in religious fervor and fear of the unknown.
“Over the past 22 years, we have had generations of families visit us. Many families make it a yearly stop. We try to introduce new and different creatures for people to enjoy,” Fiore said.
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The belief in witches and their powers was deeply rooted in religious fervor and fear of the unknown. As time progressed, the perception of witchcraft evolved. With the rise of Enlightenment thinking, witchcraft was often viewed as a superstition, a relic from the past.
Magic Wings aflutter with success as Western Mass. tourism destination
There’s just something delightful about butterflies: They are colorful. They are quiet. They flutter about.
For more than 20 years, Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens in Deerfield has been hosting visitors who delight to see butterflies from throughout the world.
“I think Magic Wings has been successful for so many years because people love butterflies and nature in general,” said Kathy A. Fiore, general manager and co-owner. “You would literally have to take a trip around the world to see all of the different creatures we have here. Whether it is January or July, you will also find an amazing tropical ecosystem at Magic Wings.”
She noted that there are a handful of butterfly conservatories in the United States, but Magic Wings has more butterflies per square foot than any other.
A butterfly comes in for a landing at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens in Deerfield. (Don Treeger / The Republican)
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens opened in 2000. Today, it has an 18,400-square-foot facility that includes an 8,000-square-foot glass conservatory filled with butterflies, moths and tropical vegetation.
There are some 4,000 butterflies of all colors, shapes, sizes and varieties. Seventy percent of the butterflies are propagated on-site, while 30%are imported from outside livestock providers.
“When people enter the conservatory, there are many different reactions. Some people tear up, some people are mesmerized, some people laugh,” Fiore said. “Many people believe that butterflies represent growth and change and connect with them in memory of a loved one — ‘When butterflies are near, angels are here.’”
A Rice Paper butterfly stops for a snack at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens in Deerfield. (Don Treeger / The Republican)
Magic Wings is open to the public year-round and welcomes about 90,000 visitors annually.
The sun shines through the glass walls and heats up the conservatory to an 80-degree, tropical-like environment all year. There is a heart-shaped pond with Japanese koi at the center of the conservatory.
There also are exhibits and a display area with videos and exhibits about the history and evolution of butterflies.
Magic Wings has about 10 full-time and 10 part-time employees. Summer can bring three or four more part-timers.
Summer Cleveland of Amherst, a "fllight atendant" at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens in Deerfield, mists plants with water, part of her daily work. (Don Treeger / The Republican)
“Over the past 22 years, we have had generations of families visit us. Many families make it a yearly stop. We try to introduce new and different creatures for people to enjoy,” Fiore said.
In accordance with the state’s COVID-19 regulations, Magic Wings closed its doors to the public on March 17, 2020, and reopened as allowed, fully reopening as of June 8, 2021.
During the shutdown, Magic Wings operated with a core staff of seven employees to maintain the butterfly conservatory and greenhouses.
In order to generate income during the closure, the business utilized its online shopping option on its website magicwings.com; customers placed more than 1,000 orders through the website during the closure.
More than 2 million people have visited Magic Wings over the course of its history. But now Fiore and her brother, George Miller, are currently searching for new owners to take Magic Wings into the future. “Magic Wings’ future is a bright one,” she said.
The business includes a gift shop, food court and several function rooms for hosting weddings, showers, parties and other special events.
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However, it continued to remain a subject of interest, particularly in literature and art. Numerous works of fiction, such as William Shakespeare's "Macbeth," further perpetuated the fascination with witchcraft, depicting witches as mysterious and cunning beings. In contemporary times, witchcraft has experienced a revival with the emergence of modern paganism and Wicca. These new belief systems draw inspiration from earlier traditions, combining elements of nature worship, rituals, and spellcasting. Today, witchcraft is often practiced as a form of spiritual empowerment and personal exploration. While witchcraft has traditionally been associated with negative connotations, the modern understanding is more diverse. Many contemporary witches actively challenge stereotypes and celebrate the positive aspects of witchcraft, such as healing, intuition, and connection with the natural world. In conclusion, witchcraft is a complex and multifaceted subject that has captivated human imagination for centuries. Whether viewed as a threat to society or a spiritual practice, witchcraft has had a lasting impact on culture and continues to inspire fascination and curiosity in the modern world..
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