Special Event

Event

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Fee:

$30 per person and attendees must be 16 years and older.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, October 22, 2022

Time:

6:00 PM, 8:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Campfire/Evening Program
Living History
Performance

Description

Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works were among James A. Garfield’s book collection.  Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer!  This event is for those 16 years and older.  Cost is $30.00/per ticket per performance.  Tickets are limited, required, and can only be purchased online. The registeration link will be posted here in early September. Each night will feature 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. shows.  All 6 p.m. shows will feature the poem “The Raven” and the story “Some Words with a Mummy.”  All 8 p.m. shows will feature the poem “The Raven” and the story “The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar.”  This event is sponsored by our non-profit partner, the James A. Garfield Alliance (jgarfieldalliance.org). 

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Online ticket sales will begin in early September. Check back here for the link.