Poe and Place: Connecting Poe to Richmond, Virginia’s Physical Landscape “I am a Virginian” -Edgar A. Poe (June 26th, 1841) While many cities on the east coast claim Edgar Allan Poe, Poe claimed Richmond. This professional development workshop explores how the physical landscape of Poe’s hometown of Richmond, Virginia shaped his life and literature as […]
In collaboration with Fountain Bookstore, join us on Wednesday, June 19th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for an evening with Lee Mandelo! The Woods All Black is equal parts historical horror, trans romance, and blood-soaked revenge, all set in 1920s Appalachia... Hear Lee discuss his his latest novella, ask him questions and get your own copy signed! Copies […]
Pretty Bitter and Sweet Pickles Join us on Thursday, June 27th from 6-9 PM for the Poe Museum's Pride UnHappy Hour! Get ready to slay this Pride Month with a fabulous celebration! We're beyond excited to welcome the iconic "queer emo dreampop-ish something or other" band, Pretty Bitter, all the way from DC! But that’s not all, […]
Join us on Wednesday, July 10th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for an evening with Lloyd Sy! This lecture is the fourth installation of our seven-part 2024 Illumination Series: Out of SPACE – Out of TIME. Embark on an Unparalleled Adventure... Amidst the endless inventiveness of Edgar Allan Poe's oeuvre, one of his most creative stories is The Unparalleled Adventure […]
Charles Owens Trio Sponsored by Stone Brewing, join us on Thursday, July 25th from 6-9 PM for the Poe Museum's Speakeasy UnHappy Hour! Step back in time and experience the lively spirit of a speakeasy! Sway to the smooth, jazzy rhythms of Richmond favorite, Charles Owens Trio, while sipping on fine brews from Stone Brewing. Satisfy […]
Join us for a morning of story time and crafts in the Poe Museum's Enchanted Garden! Do you have a little one learning to read? The Poe Museum's Little Raven Reading hour is perfect for rising readers looking to incorporate the fun (and not too scary) works of Edgar Allan Poe into their readings. A […]
Join us on Wednesday, August 7th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for an evening with Enrica Jang! This lecture is the fifth installment of our seven-part 2024 Illumination Series: Out of SPACE – Out of TIME. Long before Edgar Allan Poe even existed... The Poe family was noted in Baltimore for their service in the Revolution and the War […]
Join us on August 22nd for a night to remember, featuring BAT BOY, TEENS IN TROUBLE, AND DOLL BABY. Sponsored by Funktastic Meads & Beer. Admission tickets will also be available for purchase at the door. Funktastic Meads & Beer A huge thanks to this month's sponsor, Funktastic Meads & Beer! 1155 Mobile Kitchen Thanks to […]
Join us for a morning of story time and crafts in the Poe Museum's Enchanted Garden! Do you have a little one learning to read? The Poe Museum's Little Raven Reading hour is perfect for rising readers looking to incorporate the fun (and not too scary) works of Edgar Allan Poe into their readings. A […]
Join us on Friday the 13th for a very special Black Cat Adoption Day, in partnership with Richmond Animal League and the Richmond SPCA! From 1-4pm on Friday, September 13th, the Enchanted Garden will be full of feline friends — and we’re not just talking about Edgar and Pluto! As if that’s not sweet enough, […]
Sponsored by Fountain Bookstore, join us on Wednesday, September 18th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for an evening with Kris Spisak! This lecture is the sixth installment of our seven-part 2024 Illumination Series: Out of SPACE – Out of TIME. TRICKSTER, FEMINIST, AND WITCH OF THE WOODS... Whether you know Baba Yaga as a Slavic witch, an earth goddess, […]
The Crooked Creek Misfits and Rachel Dunaway & Friends Sponsored by The Veil Brewing Company, join us on Thursday, September 26th from 6-9 PM for the Poe Museum's Poe Down […]
