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While Edgar Allan Poe spent the majority of his life between Richmond, Virginia and Baltimore, Maryland, did you know that he spent his final years in what would later become The Bronx, New York? It was here where the settings for some of his last stories resembled the nearby Bronx landscape, from the tolling of the Fordham chapel bell in “The Bells” to the tragedy he suffered in “Ulalume” and “Annabel Lee." This is the story of Poe and his largely forgotten time in New York.
Join New York Adventure Club as we journey back to the 19th century and follow the footsteps of Edgar Allan Poe throughout his final days living in Fordham, New York, which today is a part of New York City's borough of the Bronx.
Led by historian Stephen Paul DeVillo, our digital showcase of Poe and his Bronx travels will include:
-An overview of Edgar Allan Poe's time living in New York , and the tragedies that impacted him
-A discussion around the inspirations for his poems written in the Bronx , some of which can still be seen (and heard) today
-A look inside his still-standing home known as The Poe Cottage
-A virtual walk along the same pathways that Poe used to walk himself, from the trails along the scenic Bronx River, to the Old Croton Aqueduct, to High Bridge
- Little-known Bronx surprises along the way
Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Stephen — any and all questions about Edgar Allan Poe's time in the Bronx are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week !
See you there, virtually!
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About Stephen
Stephen Paul DeVillo is a lifelong Bronxite, local historian, and the author of The Bronx River in History and Folklore and The Bowery: The Strange History of New York’s Oldest Street . He also leads the Bronx River Rambles walking tours for the Bronx River Alliance.
Testimonials
"Likeable knowledgeable guide with good info." -Kathy
"Steven gave interesting points about Edgar Allan Poe and the grind. Loved his insight." -Laura
"Enjoyed learning about Poe's presence in the Bronx and the sights that I can see today as a visitor." -Elisa
"Fascinating material, some not previously known, and pleasant presentation." -Toni
"The host was very knowledgeable and friendly. He planned it well." -Marvin
"Very relevant to NYC history and excellent, authoritative presentation by cordial presenter with pleasing and relaxed speaking voice." -Jane
"What little info on Edgar Allan Poe offered was interesting." -Michele M
"Knowledge of presenter." -Diane
"Enthusiasm of moderator." -Sara
"The informality of the presentation." -Sahra
"Learned about the neighborhood I grew up in." -Alfred
"Lots of info and good humor." -Michael
"Insight into Edgar Allan Poe and the Bronx in his time. Great Presenter." -David
"Presenter was knowledgable, had a very nice rapport." -Ethan
"The photos and maps, guide's stories." -Laura
"Poe's marriage, Virginia's tragic death and his own demise were all of great interest." -Barry
"The connections between Bronx geography, literature and history. Great Interweaving!" -Janis
"I got lots of info about Poe that I did not know before." -Karen
"Love the history that I had no idea about, the pictures and the maps, the poignant stories about Poe that were especially interesting given that I live in Boston (& formerly in Manhattan ) and I've heard a lot about him and have seen his statue downtown and was there at the dedication. I was very well aware that he did not like Boston, for good reason. I appreciate the resources that Stephen also provided - web sites for Bronx history, culture, & events. " -Sharon
"Interesting subject matter on a topic I was not familiar with." -Nora
"The host was very personable. He provided many details about Poe and the Bronx." -Susan
"I just love history especially about Edgar Allen Poe. I learned so much about him tonight." -Eileen
"Interesting facts, info about places where Poe lived." -Joann
"That we the audience were actually following in Poe's footsteps." -Cassandra
"It introduced me to a part of New York that I did not know at all, and to some spots that had previously-unknown associations with Poe." -Lahring
"Great mix of using photos, maps, personal experience, and Poe's life and work. Very enjoyable." -Rhonda Heise
"Tying together stories and poems Poe wrote while living in the Bronx." -Chale
" Interesting tidbits about the Bronx" -Patricia
" The way events were presented chronologically. The inclusion of maps to illustrate the different paths Edgar Allan Poe, and the spaces shot were very precise on the paths. I loved that the presenter had reading recommendations for us, for books about Poe." Vanessa
" Presenter very well versed on subject." -Joan
" The presenter was knowledgeable, added lots of information by answering the questions, and was an enjoyable host, easy-going and affable. It was all great, very interesting and well-structed." Evelyn
" I learned things about Edgar Allen Poe and the Bronx that I never knew." -Arlene
"The visuals very much supported the re-tracing of Poe's footsteps." -Stephen
"Presenter gave a very interesting and knowledgeable talk. I learned tidbits I didn’t know. Excellent." -Marjorie
"Stephen is a really great storyteller. Great delivery and flow throughout the event. I will look to attend more of his events!" -Jeffrey
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