FALL 2026
VIP EXPERIENCE
Midnight Wake
October 9, 2026 | 11:00pm-Midnight
William Root House
Hannah Root’s father, Leonard Simpson, died in the Root House on October 11, 1856. Upon his death, the Root family would have observed a wake, maintaining a vigil over his body in the period between his passing and burial. During this VIP experience, guests will be guided through the house’s candlelit rooms and learn about 19th-century embalming and funeral practices. As midnight approaches, guests will gather to recite a poem about death, written by Leonard Simpson himself in 1839. This program is restricted to guests 12 years or older. By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge that you understand this program will include adult themes. Tickets for this program are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance. Space is extremely limited.
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Holiday Orb Workshop
October 10, 2026 | Classes at 9:00am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm
William Root House
Join us for some festive fun as we create beautiful orb light decorations. Learn how to assemble these enchanting orbs using chicken wire, lights, and decorative elements. Chicken wire for one orb will be provided. Participants should bring their own work gloves and a strand of 100 lights in a color of their choosing (as well as any bows, ribbons, or greenery they would like to add). Space is limited. Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased online in advance.
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LECTURE
Mother of a Monster: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein
October 15, 2026 | 6:30pm
William Root House
Join us for a captivating look at the life of Mary Shelley, and the creation of one of the 19th century's most revolutionary novels - Frankenstein. Drawing from her popular Kennesaw State University course, "British Literature and the Gothic," Dr. Molly Livingston will delve into the real-life experiences that inspired Shelley’s masterpiece. Learn how personal tragedy, the scientific revolution, and romantic idealism shaped a monster myth that defines horror and science fiction still today. Space is limited. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased online in advance.
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Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
October 23 and 24, 2026 | 5:00pm-9:00pm
William Root House
During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, a death mask, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era. Tours are self-guided. It is recommended you arrive no later than 8:30pm. Flashlight tours are $10 per person in advance and $15 per person at the door. No coupons or discounts may be applied. Space is limited.
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LECTURE
Houdini: The World’s First Superman
November 7, 2026 | 6:30pm
William Root House
Houdini. A century after his death on Halloween night in 1926, his name still evokes mystery. Magician, daredevil escape artist, actor, pioneering aviator, and cultural icon, there will never be another like him. Join James Freeman, owner of Freeman and Fugate Oddities Company, for a presentation on the man behind the myth: Erich Weiss. The evening will feature an engaging lecture and an exclusive, up-close look at a mini-museum of rare artifacts personally owned by Houdini. Space is limited. Tickets are $30 and must be purchased online in advance. Refreshments will be served.
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Hyde Farm History Hike
November 8, 2026 | 10:00am
Hyde Farm Park
Join us for a hike through the historic Hyde Farm and Power Cabin properties in East Cobb. Morning Washburn—longtime resident of the Power Cabin and expert on the area's rich history—will serve as our guide. Guests will enjoy exclusive access to parts of the site not usually open to the public. Space is limited. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased online in advance. A light and healthy breakfast will be provided before the hike.
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VIP EXPERIENCE
Midnight Wake
October 9, 2026 | 11:00pm-Midnight
William Root House
Hannah Root’s father, Leonard Simpson, died in the Root House on October 11, 1856. Upon his death, the Root family would have observed a wake, maintaining a vigil over his body in the period between his passing and burial. During this VIP experience, guests will be guided through the house’s candlelit rooms and learn about 19th-century embalming and funeral practices. As midnight approaches, guests will gather to recite a poem about death, written by Leonard Simpson himself in 1839. This program is restricted to guests 12 years or older. By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge that you understand this program will include adult themes. Tickets for this program are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance. Space is extremely limited.
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Holiday Orb Workshop
October 10, 2026 | Classes at 9:00am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm
William Root House
Join us for some festive fun as we create beautiful orb light decorations. Learn how to assemble these enchanting orbs using chicken wire, lights, and decorative elements. Chicken wire for one orb will be provided. Participants should bring their own work gloves and a strand of 100 lights in a color of their choosing (as well as any bows, ribbons, or greenery they would like to add). Space is limited. Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased online in advance.
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LECTURE
Mother of a Monster: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein
October 15, 2026 | 6:30pm
William Root House
Join us for a captivating look at the life of Mary Shelley, and the creation of one of the 19th century's most revolutionary novels - Frankenstein. Drawing from her popular Kennesaw State University course, "British Literature and the Gothic," Dr. Molly Livingston will delve into the real-life experiences that inspired Shelley’s masterpiece. Learn how personal tragedy, the scientific revolution, and romantic idealism shaped a monster myth that defines horror and science fiction still today. Space is limited. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased online in advance.
SOLD OUT
Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
October 23 and 24, 2026 | 5:00pm-9:00pm
William Root House
During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, a death mask, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era. Tours are self-guided. It is recommended you arrive no later than 8:30pm. Flashlight tours are $10 per person in advance and $15 per person at the door. No coupons or discounts may be applied. Space is limited.
GET TICKETS FOR OCT. 23
GET TICKETS FOR OCT. 24
LECTURE
Houdini: The World’s First Superman
November 7, 2026 | 6:30pm
William Root House
Houdini. A century after his death on Halloween night in 1926, his name still evokes mystery. Magician, daredevil escape artist, actor, pioneering aviator, and cultural icon, there will never be another like him. Join James Freeman, owner of Freeman and Fugate Oddities Company, for a presentation on the man behind the myth: Erich Weiss. The evening will feature an engaging lecture and an exclusive, up-close look at a mini-museum of rare artifacts personally owned by Houdini. Space is limited. Tickets are $30 and must be purchased online in advance. Refreshments will be served.
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Hyde Farm History Hike
November 8, 2026 | 10:00am
Hyde Farm Park
Join us for a hike through the historic Hyde Farm and Power Cabin properties in East Cobb. Morning Washburn—longtime resident of the Power Cabin and expert on the area's rich history—will serve as our guide. Guests will enjoy exclusive access to parts of the site not usually open to the public. Space is limited. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased online in advance. A light and healthy breakfast will be provided before the hike.
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