Presented by Sarah Klapper Detective stories were very popular during the Victorian era. While most people may only know of Sherlock Holmes, there was a wide variety of detective stories available to the public. These characters ranged from selfish con artists, intelligent pawn shop owners, and spiritualists. These stories also included much more diverse characters…

Presented by Lux Mayday Lux Mayday “The Vivacious Fox with the Strawberry Locks” gives a brief lecture about the history of burlesque, while encouraging anyone (regardless of gender) through beginner moves in this storied artform, and helping you find your inner legend. +18

Presented by Leanna Renee Hieber Why are we so drawn to telling ghost stories? Leanna Renee Hieber, Gothic novelist, actress and NYC Ghost Tour Guide, author of the acclaimed and bestselling A HAUNTED HISTORY OF INVISIBLE WOMEN: TRUE STORIES OF AMERICA’S GHOSTS, co-authored by Andrea Janes, leads a lively discussion about the spirit world’s thrall,…

Presented by Calamity Dawn Not far away, about an hour or a little more from the Steampunk BigTop is a little bar named D20:A Bar With Characters. D20 is more than a simple bar. It’s a haven for nerds, a place of respite for the odd and unusual, a home away from home for so…

Presented by Steampunk Xena Steampunk Xena will be eating, breathing, and dancing with fire for your viewing pleasure! See her spin with fans, twirl a parasol, swing a sword, and other fantastical fancies!

Presented by Madame Askew And The Grand Arbiter Notes from the Grand Consonance and Presiding Masters Inasmuch as The Order of the Most Glorious Confederation of Compliment Duelists (known henceforth as the Order) would ever hazard to impinge upon the honor, eloquence or perspicacity of our most noble members, we set forth these accords for…

Presented by MJ and Sterling The history of disabilities and how they influence modern society is quite interesting. From freak shows, mental institutions, court jesters, all the way to crazy inventions. Come join the creators of Lady Wheelsworth and ASGARD for a history lesson at the start of modern ableism.