Haunted History | Ghost Lore, Gothic Influence & Why We’re Still Afraid of the Dark
Schedule
Sat, 11 Oct, 2025 at 12:15 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Historic Camden Foundation | Camden, SC
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Saturday, October 11 | 12:15 PMHistoric Camden – McCaa’s Tavern
222 Broad St, Camden, SC 29020
Part of the Southern Gothic Festival.
Ghosts, ghouls, and graveyards have fascinated people for centuries—but why? In this engaging session, storyteller and historian Kim Poovey explores the origins of our obsession with the haunted and the macabre. From centuries-old folklore to the evolution of the Gothic genre in literature, film, and art, Poovey traces how ghost stories continue to reflect cultural fears, moral anxieties, and the thin veil between memory and myth.
A must for lovers of Gothic fiction, eerie history, and the enduring power of a good ghost story.
About the Speaker
Kim Poovey is a bestselling author, storyteller, and living historian. She has traveled the Southeast for more than twenty years, presenting on 19th-century fashion, Victorian mourning practices, Ornamental Hairwork, and the history of ghost stories.
This is a free event, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving early to ensure your spot.
👉 Find the full festival schedule at southerngothicfestival.com
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Where is it happening?
Historic Camden Foundation, 222 Broad Street,Camden, South Carolina, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
