April 20 to 21, 2024

DoubleTree
Baltimore North/
Pikesville

Tell-Tale Steampunk

Nat 20- Dice Making (Part One)

221 Baker Street (Workshop Room)

This is an exciting new class where you can learn how to create your own dice for table top gaming! The molds are hand-made by Kristen Neathery and available for […]

$60.00

Lights Out with Building Steam

Rue Morgue Panel Room

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! […]

Who was Jack the Ripper really?

Main Ballroom

An interactive panel detailing the crimes of Jack the Ripper, the possible suspects. Debunking some of the rumors and how Jack the Ripper has been portrayed in media.

Tea & Tarot with The Baroness

Embark on a mystical journey through time and tradition with The Baroness Alexandria in an enchanting exploration of tea leaves and tarot – an ancient practice known as Tasseography or […]

Leather Pouch Making Workshop

221 Baker Street (Workshop Room)

I am very pleased to announce that TellTale Steampunk has given Starboard Sky Industries permission to do a hands on leather pouch making panel at this year's convention! The date […]

$45.00

Newtonian Teacup Derby Workshop Dr. Gus

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.

$15.00

Pictionary Airship

Sherlock's Parlour (Salon 3)

Steampunk themed pictionary

Build Your Own Dice Tower

221 Baker Street (Workshop Room)

"It really is elementary my dear Watson..." Construct your very own Dice Tower using this custom Kit created by Gadgetometers. These functional Dice Towers are perfect for your personal gaming […]

$25.00

Victorian Cane Defense

Main Ballroom

A primer on the use of the cane as a defense in the Victorian era. Victorian Cane Defense with Kevin M Houghton 2:45 - 3:45 pm

The Quick and the Dad

Dad, people who wish to participate will face off against each other best 2 our of 3 per round, jokes will be judged by me for fairness and by the […]

Free Mini Workshop sponsored by Poly-Props US Paints and Primers

221 Baker Street (Workshop Room)

Come try out Poly-Prop paints on a foam eye patch, workshop is free but limited to the first 30 participants. Welcome to Poly-Props US, your ultimate destination for top-quality coatings, primers, […]

Fashion Promenade and Makers Challenge

Have you spent months putting together the perfect outfit or making your costume? Strut your stuff at our Fashion Promenade and be the envy of all Steam Punks by winning […]

“Just A Minute” at Tell-Tale Steampunk

Josh Widdowson will guide four panelists through a game of verbal dexterity and improvisation as they speak on various topics for sixty seconds at a time. The problem is that […]

How to Self-Lace Your Corset

Red Lamp Salon (Salon 2)

You're staring at 10 yards of ribbon. This shouldn’t be this hard, right? Pull laces, tie knot. Right? Don’t let the panic set in. Bring your favorite corset buddy to […]

Copper Flower Workshop

Learn to design, cut, texture, color, and assemble a copper flower (planned flower is a peony but may be subject to change for time constraints) Copper Flower Workshop w/Samantha Elliott […]

$55.00

Poetry Salon

Sherlock's Parlour (Salon 3)

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 […]

Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective

Professor Moriarty's Classroom (Salon #1)

Take on the role of a Bakerstreet Irregular in this mystery solving game. It is you and your fellow detectives against the mind of Sherlock himself. You will have an […]

Handmade Small Chore Broom Workshop

Make a small chore broom for all your tiny cleaning needs: keyboards, tabletops, counters, etc. Add a cute steampunky charm to the handle if you desire. Hang it from your […]

$17.00

A Cry of Hounds Book Opening

Sherlock's Parlour (Salon 3)

The Tell-Tale Steampunk Festival and eSpec Books cordially invite you to attend the launch debut of A Cry of Hounds—centerpiece of the literary scavenger hunt—as well as Echoes of the Divine, Other […]

Seance with Paranormalist Vince Wilson

Paranormalist Vince Wilson is the #1 Authority in the US on séances and paranormal entertainment and a recognized international expert on the supernatural. You will feel the presence of spirits […]

Night Watch Paradox

The musical equivalent of reading “Treasure Island,” Night Watch Paradox brings the audience along on a participatory journey of musical performance and storytelling as they travel in their imaginary, steam-powered […]

Bearded Lady Meet Up and Free Flea Market

Join the illustrious League of Bearded Ladies for a morning meetup! All are welcome, ladies, gents, theys and thems...just make sure to wear your facial follicles proudly. Natural or nonnatural […]

Fun with Electronics

Professor Moriarty's Classroom (Salon #1)

The panel begins with an introduction into basic electronic tools and techniques. The remainder of the panel focuses on repurposing electronics from inexpensive toys and decorations to add LED lights […]

Turning your Broken Repurposed Items Into Steampunk Accessories

221 Baker Street (Workshop Room)

Repurposing odds and ends of jewelry into steampunk pins, barrettes and other accessories. Tools and some supplies will be provided. Participants may also bring their own treasures to recycle.  

$30.00

Tea Dueling with The Baroness

Sherlock's Parlour (Salon 3)

So what is Tea Dueling? Tea Dueling , the main sport of the Steampunk world, is not what it sounds like.  A game that involves nerves of steel, patience, and […]

Intro to Victorian Hair Art & Tutorial

Participants be introduced to a brief history of Victorian hair art, types of Victorian hair art, and then will be guided on how to make some of the flowers found […]

$20.00

COMICS: Getting Started in Self Publishing

Main Ballroom

Join Michael Bracco (The Creators, Adam Wreck, Novo, The Monuments) as he shares his experiences with comic making and self publishing. In this panel we will explore the basics of […]

Murder mystery

Sherlock's Parlour (Salon 3)

In the mid-19th century, England experienced an influx of Irish immigrants, who swelled the populations of England’s major cities, including the East End of London. From 1882, Jewish refugees from […]

Specialized Restoration

Professor Moriarty's Classroom (Salon #1)

Amazing restoration are possible! Tindell's Restoration Studios specializes in the conservation and restoration of various artworks and precious items including oil paintings, works on paper, maps, books, textiles, graphics, photos, […]

Nat 20- Dice Making (Part Two)

This is an exciting new class where you can learn how to create your own dice for table top gaming! The molds are hand-made by Kristen Neathery and available for […]