Lyman Family
A community fervently centered around the mystical and authoritarian leadership of Mel Lyman, diverging sharply from the hippie movement of its time.
Greatwoods Zen Community
A serene retreat and mindfulness community nestled in nature, promoting inclusivity and healing.
Cambridge Psychotherapy Institute
A controversial psychotherapy institute led by Peter Gill, known for its unconventional methods and teachings on atheism.
The Fall River Cult
A sinister narrative of murder and satanic rituals that gripped a Massachusetts town in the late '70s.
Church of Euthanasia
A radical art project advocating for population control with a stark message: "Save the Planet, Kill Yourself."
United House of Prayer for All People
A unique Christian movement known for its dynamic worship services and distinctive brass bands.
Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
An ultra-traditionalist Catholic group known for strict dogmatic positions and a controversial history with the Church.
The Body of Christ (Attleboro Sect)
A fundamentalist Christian cult whose rejection of medical care resulted in the death of an infant
Hopedale Community
A pioneering experiment in Practical Christianity and utopian living, rooted in abolitionism, temperance, and gender equality.
Brook Farm
A transcendentalist community that sought to harmonize intellectual pursuits with agrarian life.