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Edgar Allan Poe Birthday Weekend & Poe Toaster Murder Mystery
The Poe Toaster is dead, murdered at the grave of Edgar Allan Poe and his killer is on the loose. Solve the mystery for Poe's birthday!
For decades, a mysterious visitor known only as the Poe Toaster crept through the cemetery on the eve of Poe's Birthday, leaving three roses and a glass of cognac at the poet’s grave. The ritual became legend—until 2009, when the Toaster vanished without a trace.
Join us for a live, podcast-style murder mystery that blurs the line between séance and true crime. Celebrate Poe’s 217th Birthday at Westminster Hall & Burying Ground during a special mock broadcast.
General Admission includes:
- The murder mystery game with Raven Nevermore featuring Poe's Cafe Theatre
- Complimentary party refreshments & hot cocoa
- Tour of Westminster Hall & Burying Grounds, including the catacombs
- A graveside birthday toast to Edgar Allan Poe
NOTE: while this event is family friendly, the theme includes violent imagery and a cemetery tour. Attendee discretion is advised. And bundle up! We follow the clues wherever they may lead, perhaps even into the frigid night air.
