About this Event
Spooky season is upon us and what better way to celebrate than learning about the mysterious death of the country's foremost mystery writer - Edgar Allan Poe.
This one-day event is a combination tour and bookclub. You'll visit his Baltimore home, see his grave, and along the way learn about his life, the stories he created and uncover the theories behind his death.
As day turns to night we'll gather to discuss one of Poe's most haunting stories over dinner.
Participant Agreement
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Welcome
Info: Meet the group and get a sense of Poe's life and career with a hands on activity. This is also a great opportunity to grab some lunch.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Poe Collection
Info: Visit the main branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore where they have a special collection of Poe artifacts.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Home sweet home
Info: Tour the house Poe called home while living in Baltimore and learn about how he got his start in writing. Here we'll also learn about his family ties to Charm City. Note: The Poe house is not accessible and there is no bathroom.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Evermore
Info: As the sun begins to set we'll dig deep into the sordid theories surrounding Poe's death as we pay homage to the mystery at his gravesite.
🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
A Feast of Words
Info: Over in Fells Point we'll settle in for dinner at The Annabelle Lee Tavern. Here we'll discuss one of his stories, with added context and debate his demise.
Event venue & nearby stays
Lexington Market, 112 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, United States
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