Calling All Spirits: Spiritualism in the Victorian Era

Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | The Abbey Resort A-Frame

Step into the shadowy world of nineteenth-century American Spiritualism in this fascinating presentation that explores the roots, rituals, and revelations of a movement that captivated a generation. Far more than a Victorian parlor pastime, Spiritualism was a religious and cultural phenomenon that claimed to bridge the worlds of the living and the dead.

Led by experts from the Wisconsin Historical Society, this program delves into the movement’s mysterious beginnings with the Fox sisters—whose ghostly "rappings" sparked a national obsession—and explores the rise of the Morris Pratt Institute in nearby Whitewater, the first school in the U.S. dedicated to teaching Spiritualism.

Discover how seances, spirit mediums, and a belief in communication with the dead shaped both public belief and private grief in a rapidly changing America. Whether you're curious, skeptical, or a seeker yourself, this immersive evening offers a rare glimpse into the spiritual questions of the past—and the echoes they leave today.

Must be 18+ to attend.

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