Death & Daguerre (October 2nd)
Schedule
Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Hyde Hall | Cooperstown, NY
About this Event
With high mortality rates, especially among children, many families never had a photograph of a loved one during their life. A post-mortem photo often served as the only image they would ever have of that person.
The practice was a way to openly acknowledge death rather than hide it, reflecting a different societal view of mortality. It was a way to honor the deceased and keep their memory alive.
Where is it happening?
Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18








