Spiritualism in the Victorian Era

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A Night of Thrills, Chills and Brewing Tycoon History

Interest in spiritualism surged in America during the mid to late 1800s, as people sought ways to connect with deceased friends and loved ones in the "Great Beyond." What better place to explore this paranormal proclivity than in the elegant dining room of a Queen Anne style mansion built in 1888 by Chicago beer tycoon Conrad Seipp?

Sip on a delectable cordial and hear tales of the Fox sisters, credited with the creation of the spiritualist movement in America, and learn about Wisconsin’s connection to the movement, including Whitewater’s Morris Pratt Institute, the country’s first spiritualist school. More than an occult parlor game, spiritualism was a social and religious movement that claimed to channel the voices of the dead, link the present with the past, and conjure new worldly and otherworldly futures. This event provides attendees the chance to enjoy the estate after dark.

What You'll Experience

- Stories of the Fox sisters, who helped create the spiritualist movement in America
- The history behind Wisconsin’s connection to Victorian spiritualism
- A tasty cordial to sip while enjoying the splendor of Black Point Estate after dark