Celebrate Halloween by attending this event at the Science History Institute in Center City, Philadelphia on October 30.
"Frankenstein, vampires, and werewolves are part of the lore of Halloween, but where did these horror tropes originate? Vampire and werewolf legends actually have origins in historical fact, and there once were real Victor Frankensteins seeking to animate the dead and actual grave robbers terrifying the public. Living-history performers Dean Howarth and Rachel O’Connell will explore the science behind classic horror tales through macabre stories and demonstrations. The evening’s 'visual soundtrack' will feature Anthony Casperite’s illustrations of iconic horror themes inspired by the history of science and the players in the tales surrounding the story of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and other monster myths."
For more information and tickets, visit the Science History Institute website here.
