More About Victorian Ghost Stories
October 16–17, 2026 · Marlton, NJ
7:00–9:00 PM
$25 advance / $30 at the door
123 S Elmwood Rd, Marlton, NJ, 08053
Choose your evening:
Friday, October 16 · 7:00–9:00 PM
Saturday, October 17 · 7:00–9:00 PM
Throughout the nineteenth century, fictional ghost stories developed in conjunction with the Victorian fascination with death and the quest for proof of the supernatural. This era was a time of transition democratically, economically and industrially. These changes cast shadows over daily life and thought, bringing both hope and a dash of anxiety. In literature, the ghost story offered a way of anchoring the past age to an unsettled present. These stories allowed the Victorians to keep one foot in the land of the living... and one beyond the veil.
Our program begins with a brief lecture on the significance and history of the Victorian ghost story, followed by a live reading of select poems and stories from the era, with live musical accompaniment.
About Us:
The Hidden Library is comprised of Julian and Vignette Cartwright. We specialize in producing carefully crafted audio recordings of public domain works, emphasizing out-of-print and rare texts that may not be easily accessible in today's digital landscape. Our mission is to revive these literary treasures and bring them back to life through the art of narration, allowing you to experience the beauty and depth of long-forgotten words in a new and engaging format.
7:00–9:00 PM
$25 advance / $30 at the door
123 S Elmwood Rd, Marlton, NJ, 08053
Choose your evening:
Friday, October 16 · 7:00–9:00 PM
Saturday, October 17 · 7:00–9:00 PM
Throughout the nineteenth century, fictional ghost stories developed in conjunction with the Victorian fascination with death and the quest for proof of the supernatural. This era was a time of transition democratically, economically and industrially. These changes cast shadows over daily life and thought, bringing both hope and a dash of anxiety. In literature, the ghost story offered a way of anchoring the past age to an unsettled present. These stories allowed the Victorians to keep one foot in the land of the living... and one beyond the veil.
Our program begins with a brief lecture on the significance and history of the Victorian ghost story, followed by a live reading of select poems and stories from the era, with live musical accompaniment.
About Us:
The Hidden Library is comprised of Julian and Vignette Cartwright. We specialize in producing carefully crafted audio recordings of public domain works, emphasizing out-of-print and rare texts that may not be easily accessible in today's digital landscape. Our mission is to revive these literary treasures and bring them back to life through the art of narration, allowing you to experience the beauty and depth of long-forgotten words in a new and engaging format.
Date & Time
October 16, 2026
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Additional Dates
This event also occurs on:
10/17/2026
Location
Perkins Center for the Arts - Evans House
123 S. Elmwood Rd.
Marlton, NJ 08053
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