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, […]