If you’re in the Richmond area this week, drop into the “Unhappy Hour” at the Poe Museum for drinks and fun. June Unhappy Hour July 28th 6-9:00 PM – A Midsummer Night’s Scream is the party of your dreams…or nightmares! Join the Poe Museum for a night of mad revelry. Triple Crossing Beer and Bryant Cider to be served, music by the Jen Tal Band. Get your tickets here. $10.00
Every year historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, Georgia, hosts a special event in their gardens. Illumine is an art installation that tells a story as you walk the grounds at dusk all set against the city skyline. It’s nothing short of magical to be in the cemetery at night. This year the installation revolves around the newly restored African American burial grounds and the Women’s Comfort station. It will highlight the stories of the individuals who created and managed them. This post contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase, Poe in Wonderland will earn a small commission for the referral at no cost to you. Read more about affiliates and disclaimers here. Past Illumine event in front of a lighted mausoleum. From the Oakland Cemetery site: About the event Illumine, Historic Oakland Foundation’s annual after-dark arts experience, returns to Oakland Cemetery this April with new…
My trip is booked and tickets purchased for one of the exciting events of the year – at least for Poe lovers. Every year the Poe Museum in Richmond throws a huge party for the poet’s birthday. People come from all over to attend. In the beginning, staff and volunteers hosted the party for 24 hours. Let that sink in for a second. The curator told me they would bring mattresses or bedding and sleep on the floor in some of the buildings awaiting visitors. But, in the wee hours no one was visiting so they changed to a 12 hour format. I made it 6 1/2 hours on my first try, however, I flew in for the day and night and didn’t arrive in the city in enough time to stay the full length of the event. This year I am working with a strategy, including a trolley tour…