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Lemon Hill inset.
Oct 21
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

East Fairmount Park Hill Walk

Explore the landscape, genesis and distinctive, hidden features of East Fairmount Park, including the unknown topography of Lemon and Brewery Hills.
Ravenmaster book cover.
Oct 23
New York, NY

The Ravenmaster: My Life with the Ravens at the Tower of London

History, adventures, and tales of intrigue from the Ravenmaster of the Tower of London.
Stargazing at our future home, with telescopes provided by B&H Photo.
Oct 25
Brooklyn, New York

Watery Worlds with Scientific American

Where in the universe is the next home for our species? Join SciAm's experts for a night of stargazing and celestial debating in the fields of The Evergreens Cemetery, with telescopes provided by B&H.
Nick Yulman's singing boxes.
Oct 27
Brooklyn, New York

Musical Oddities and Monstrosities

A strange symphony of unusual instruments.
American Psychic.
Oct 30
New York, New York

'American Psychic' at the Illustrious Players

Witness a rare performance from renowned mentalist Matt Cooper in the historic dining hall of New York's oldest and most theatrical private club.
Second-floor kitchen.
Nov 6
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A Sweet Peek Inside Shane Confectionery

A tour and hands-on dig through the archives of the oldest continuously run confectionery in the United States.
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Applewhite addressing the audience in an initiation video for Heaven's Gate.
Nov 16
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cults at The Convent: Philadelphia and Beyond

Surrender your individuality as we explore various cult movements peripherally and directly connected to Philadelphia.
Ryan Matthew Cohn
Dec
1 - 2
Brooklyn, New York

Oddities Flea Market: Exclusive VIP Presale Tickets

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