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7:00 pm, SATURDAY OCTOBER 20: The Corpse That Drove a Hearse – and Other True Tales of the Macabre.
A Halloween presentation by Jim Ignasher, Smithfield Historical Society. In this talk, he discusses the Victorian fear of being buried alive, cases of re-animation, and the steps some tried to take to avoid such a fate. Then there were those who actually made a living at being buried alive. It includes stories relating to “points of law” beyond the grave, and finishes with a bizarre love story. The talk is oriented for adults.
Hauntings by Day, Hauntings by Night: Also in Lincoln, Hearthside will be hosting several related events between September 25 and November 1, including an exhibit, Gone but Not Forgotten: Victorian Mourning Customs, which will be on view October 14, October 20, and October 27.
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Stone Walls of Rhode Island
On Sunday, October 14, Rhode Island state archaeologist Timothy Ives gave a great presentation on the history and character of R. I.’s stone walls as part of RIHPHC’s Rhode Island Archaeology Month. Over 100 people attended.