Speaking with the Dead: Séances in 1920s Niagara
EVENT DATE: Wednesday, October 21 @ 7:30 pm
Event Details
As the season turns, we’re taking a look at a chapter of Niagara’s past that’s perfect for October — Speaking with the Dead: Séances in 1920s Niagara.
Historian Sara Nixon joins John Heckman, The Tattooed Historian, on stage to bring us into the world of Jenny O’Hara Pincock, a St. Catharines spiritualist whose séances, writings and local organizing in the 1920s and 1930s captured a region trying to make sense of a rapidly changing century.
What’s a séance?
A séance is a gathering where people try to communicate with the dead, usually guided by a medium. Spiritualism, the movement behind them, was a serious part of life for many people in the early 20th century, and Niagara had its own believers, skeptics and organizers. This night looks at that world through the story of one local woman.
What to expect
Settle in for a relaxed evening of storytelling and local history, about 60 to 90 minutes on stage, with a little chill to match the season. *There’s no live séance, just the real history of the people who held them.
We invite you to reserve your spot by emailing info@theirishharppub.com
MEET YOUR HISTORIANS
Sara Nixon is the Director of Community Engagement at The Brown Homestead and holds a Master’s degree in Public History from Carleton University. With over a decade in the museum and heritage fields, she also chairs the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee.
View Sara’s Profile on The Brown Homestead
John R. Heckman, The Tattooed Historian, is a public historian, educator and doctoral student at Brock University, focusing on military and cultural history. Since launching The Tattooed Historian in 2015, he has shared history through public events, videos, livestreams and The Tattooed Historian Show podcast, with a focus on stories that are often erased, mythologized or flattened.
Connect with John on Facebook
What’s Included?
- 90 Minutes of Intriguing Historic Storytelling
- Audience Q&A
- Hosted by Knowledgeable Local Historians
- Fun & Interactive Experience
- Regular Menu Available
Admission
- Regular Menu Available
Now Accepting Reservations
To request a reservation, please email info@theirishharppub.com OR by filling out our Contact Form.. Please note, your reservation is only secured upon confirmation email within 24-48 hours.
*NOTE: Reservations are recommended. Space is limited and reservations fill up quickly.
Event Poster
Reservations & Cancellation Policy
We Are Now Accepting Reservations For Our “Speaking With The Dead” Event. Please make a reservation by emailing us at info@theirishharppub.com OR by filling out our Contact Form. This is a free admission event and space is limited. Food & drink is available at regular menu pricing. Taxes extra – gratuities not included.
If you have to cancel your reservation for any reason, please let us know as soon as possible so we can open the space up to our waitlist.
Location
