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Lectures

12-1pm

Demons, Witches, and Vampires at the Historical Collection

Join Curator Michael Seminara in the Rare Book Room at the Institute of the History of Medicine for a look at some of the Historical Collection’s most terrifying books! We’ll discuss connections between medicine and the occult from the 16th century to the mid-19th century. We’ll see exorcism manuals, conflicting theories on witchcraft, a grimoire, and accounts of vampiric activity. The live virtual Q&A with Michael will be moderated by Donna Hesson.

Bmore Art