The History of Halloween
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The History of Halloween
Presented by Paul Tantillo
Perinton Historical Society is delighted to host Paul Tantillo as he presents the history of Halloween on October 16 at 7PM in the Fairport Historical Museum, 18 Perrin St, Fairport, NY.
From ancient Celtic roots, through the Middle Ages, from 18th-Century England and Scotland to modern America, the history of Halloween is a long and fascinating one. We'll learn how this strange old festival has become one of the most beloved days in our calendar.
Paul Tantillo has been employed by the Rochester Public Library for 25 years... eight of those at the Charlotte Branch, where he currently works. He's interested in folklore and celebrates his birthday on November 1, so it was inevitable that he'd love Halloween. Paul’s a baby boomer, which means he experienced the innocent, halcyon Halloweens of the '60s and early ‘70s. Come meet Paul for a night of spooktacular history. This event is free and open to the public.
Call 585.223.3989 or visit www.perintonhistoricalsociety.org to learn more about this and other exciting programs at the Fairport Historical Museum.
Fairport Historical Museum, home of the Perinton Historical Society, is nestled in the Village of Fairport and is a showcase of local artifacts, biographies and history.
The Museum houses more than 6 paintings from renowned artist, and late Fairport resident, Carl Peters. Peter’s works include portraits, landscapes, and the Museum’s star attraction, an oil-on-canvas WPA mural commissioned and installed in 1938 by the Fairport Public Library, original tenant of the current building.
The Museum is open each Sunday and Tuesday from 2pm -4 pm, Thursday from 7pm – 9pm, and Saturday from 10am – 1pm, with the exception of major holidays. Admission is free and open to the public. The Museum is closed from mid-December through February, reopening the first week of March. During recess, presentations are hosted at the Fairport Public Library and in the Museum on specific dates when publicized. Free parking in the Fairport Village Landing and limited parking is available on Perrin Street. Fairport Historical Museum, 18 Perrin Street, Fairport, NY 14450
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