One of the eternal questions that has plagued humanity centers around what happens to us when we die. Most modern religions try to tackle this question. None have done so with more fervor than modern Spiritualism. What started in a cabin in New York with two young girls quickly spread across the globe. Soon, spiritual mediums who claimed they could communicate with the dead could be found in almost every town in the nation. This presentation by Katie Keckison of Humanities Kansas examines the emergence of this religious phenomena, its connections to both the Civil War and World War I, and how it led to a battle of words between the creator of Sherlock Holmes and the greatest magician of all time.

This complimentary program is sponsored by the Marysville Public Library. Programs are geared toward adults but anyone is welcome. Interested in attending more? Visit marysville.lib.nckls.org or call 785-562-2491 for more programming information for all ages!