Library - "1 Book, Many Neighbors" at Atchison Public Library

Join us at Atchison Public Library on Thursday, June 15th for "Beyond the Veil: A History of Spiritualism" - a "1 Book, Many Neighbors" program!

Registration information coming soon.

It seems 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, but no did so with more fervor that 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 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. Presented by Katie Kecheisen.

"1 Book, Many Neighbors" is a collaborative Summer Reading Program for adults. Libraries from around the area come together to host a fun, interactive programs revolving around a set of short stories chosen by the libraries. This summer, participants will receive clues at each program that will help solve a crime! Stop by the library to grab your evidence log and learn more about the other programs.