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PoolArriving on Friday and want to have some fun? Come and have a swimmingly good time with Mermaid LyriaRose and Siren Dresden. We welcome all finned and non finned to […]
Arriving on Friday and want to have some fun? Come and have a swimmingly good time with Mermaid LyriaRose and Siren Dresden. We welcome all finned and non finned to […]
Steamcordia ("STEAM as in water, CORD as in rope, IA as in I, A") is a one-man Steampunk musical act. Stephen Cornelius, the man behind the music, uses the instruments […]
A predecessor to the modern museum, the Cabinet of Curiosity dates back to the 16th century. Often housing a collection of objects including natural history, geology, historical relics, and antiques, […]
What's the T is a Q&A with dynamic duo makers Brian and Sheila Fradosh from Building Steam. Sip on some hot tea and pick the brains of this crafty couple! […]
Build and decorate a box car then race them Sunday for fame and glory! Prizes will be awarded during the race. All supplies will be provided.
Don't be nervous! Join our cast of crows (aka authors) for a madcap game of Mad Libs. The authors will take you on a wild ride of steampunk, Poe, and […]
This panel will give you the knowledge, tips and tricks needed to create your most creative characters through the art of Makeup, along side learning how to include props like […]
Workshop attendees will make their own leather plague doctor mask miniatures that could be hung off a belt/bag or proudly put on display as a unique conversation piece. Pieces will […]
Guests will learn a bit about the Victorian past time of needlework and love of all things morbid while working on a poisonous plant embroidery project. They will receive an […]
An interactive poetry reading encouraging original poetry or poetry by Poe. Arrive early to sign up and get on the schedule. Each participant will be limited to 3 poems or […]
Design a unique Hat-band or Rosette for your own hat or lapel in this fun and creative make and take workshop. Materials provided, but feel free to bring your own […]
Teams of two makers banishing glue guns, scissors and a lot of creativity to against each other as they compete for a chance to win prizes and the title of […]
Meet the author of the French paranormal steampunk novel Esprit de Corpse and chat about the writing life, the joys of doing the research for steampunk fiction, and her plans for the […]
Enjoy a guided flight of 6 wines from the Royal Rabbit Vineyards collection, including limited availability wines & exclusive library bottles, paired with a variety of locally-produced, artisan cheese
What type of leather do I have? Can I change the color of my leather? Can you sew leather with a sewing machine? What tools do I need? All these […]
This year’s costume contest is for amateur costumers, who make, create, sew, up-cycle and create their own costumes. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative! Judges are: Brian and […]
Learn how to create various steampunk faux finishes such as metallics, weathering, patina and more using painting techniques from Plaid FX® paint ambassador Sharon Rose. In this paint-and-take workshop, you […]
Plotters, pantsers, and in betweeners: join steampunk author Jessica Lucci and learn fun, easy to follow, writing plans to execute your next story!
Join the B&C Emporium of Tea to make an ounce of your very own tea blend!
Beyond The Oblong Box is a podcast born of a need to eliminate misinformation about Edgar Allan Poe. Join your hosts Levi Leland and Virginia Poe as they discuss the […]
"Enjoy some rounds of Cards Against Humanity with a con themed twist."
David Lee Summers often sets his steampunk in the western United States of the late 1800s where many cultures were meeting and colliding. Join him for a discussion of why […]
All genders are welcome to come make a custom leather beard so you too can sport this very steampunk style (and hopefully join the League of Bearded Ladies).
Have you spent months putting together the perfect outfit? Strut your stuff at our Fashion Promenade and be the envy of all Steam Punks by winning Tell Tale’s Fashion Challenge. […]
Join the flock for a Question and Answer session on all things Costume Design featuring The Ravens! There’s so much more to design than ruffled feathers, piles of trimming, and […]
Steamcordia ("STEAM as in water, CORD as in rope, IA as in I, A") is a one-man Steampunk musical act. Stephen Cornelius, the man behind the music, uses the instruments […]
Come celebrate the launch of A Cast of Crows, the premiere volume in the Forgotten Lore series, edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail and featuring stories by David Lee Summers, Michelle D. […]
Have you ever meet a steampunk goblin? Have you ever seen a goblin do stupid goblin tricks? Well if you answered no, here is your chance to meet Goombah the […]
The traditional size and makeup of a 1940's big band with a twist! They don't just play traditional big band music. Their library consists of music from the 1920's to […]
Take a brief journey into the fun and unusual ways Victorians entertained themselves. Speakers Nancy Lasco-Smith and Heather Rachiele. Victorian Hair Weaving
Bring your own box car or build one the day before in the workshop and race them to fame and glory. Prizes will be handed out to the fastest and […]
Come join the league of bearded ladies! Everyone is welcome, beards real or not so real encouraged! Hang out, talk about the glory of facial hair and twirl your mustache […]
Leather is an ancient material used for a number of goods and products for over 7,000 years. Since leather is a durable material and lasts craftsmen began finding a number […]
Join the Baroness Alexandra" (aka Donna McClaren) for tea dueling! What is tea dueling do you ask? Tea Dueling, the main sport of the Steampunk world, is not what it […]
Participants will be introduced to the history of Victorian hair art, types of Victorian hair art, and then they will be guided through a tutorial on how to make some […]
A fresh approach to rediscovering artifacts and solidifying “one man’s junk into another man’s treasure.From picking to assembling, this fun presentation is meant to inspire the creativity in everyone. No […]
Dana Fraedrich has explored every audiobook creation route so you don't have to. From DIY to hiring a professional voice actor, ACX to Findaway, and more. Come with your audiobook […]
Join a round table, intimate discussion with writer, editor and publisher Danielle Ackley-McPhail. She will discuss suggestions for taking your writing, crafting, or costuming to the next level by paying […]
A Poe themed take on a wish bottle! In this free workshop you will be provided everything you need to decorate, fill and and make wishes come true or nightmares […]
Come and say goodbyes and find out what next year's theme will be!
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