Death at The Park: A Haunting History of Grief

Name: Death at The Park: A Haunting History of Grief
Start: 2024-10-18T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-10-19T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Alabama Constitution Hall Park

Schedule

Fri Oct 18 2024 at 06:00 pm to Sat Oct 19 2024 at 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Alabama Constitution Hall Park | Huntsville, AL

📆 October 18th & 19th, beginning at 6pm
😱 Join us for an evening of storytelling as we unveil the haunting history of grief in centuries past at Alabama Constitution Hall. Beyond the black veils and dresses of the 1800s, there was a mourning culture reflecting people’s connection to death. Explore the history behind the customs and rituals that might seem bizarre to us today.
Why were pictures taken of loved ones after they died? How did West Africa influence mourning rituals? Why would you make art out of human hair? All of this will be examined while guests enjoy haunting crafts and photo ops! Guests are encouraged to dress for death to show off their best mourning outfits. This event will feature information that can be considered sensitive. It is appropriate for ages 13+.
👉 Tickets go on sale to members Monday, September 23rd and to everyone Wednesday, September 25th.