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Special Middays at the Meeting House Series: PART TWO- An Afternoon with Nathaniel Hawthorne
Massachusetts author Nathaniel Hawthorne never gave a public reading in his lifetime. This afternoon, however, the reclusive author returns to Boston to share his literary prowess with an audience at the Meeting House! Best known for novels including The Scarlet Letter and The House of Seven Gables, both of which were published in Boston, Hawthorne will read today from some of his short works exploring the dark side of human nature. Question and answer session to follow. Don't miss this special opportunity to converse with Mr. Hawthorne, portrayed by literary historian Rob Velella!$6; FREE FOR OSMH MEMBERS.
Join us at 12 noon for tea and cookies, then sit in our cozy pews and enjoy visits with two of Boston's 19th-century literary icons both of whose works were published across the street at the former Old Corner Bookstore!PROGRAM BEGINS AT 12:15pm.
This program is the second in a Special Middays at the Meeting House Series "Conversations with Hawthorne and Thoreau": Fridays, October 24 and November 7.
Become a member of Old South Meeting House and receive free admission! You can help to preserve an American icon - and enjoy great benefits for a full year. Visit www.osmh.org/support-us/membership for more information.
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LocationOld South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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