Nine and a Half Things You Did Not Know About Harry Houdini
Saturday 11 May 2024 at 2:00PM
Melton Library & Learning Hub
Event Description
In this compelling event, Dr David Waldron (Historian) and Dr Jo Clyne (Magician and Historian) illuminate some of the lesser-known facts about world famous escapologist and magician Harry Houdini.
Learn about Houdini's improbable friendship with author Arthur Conan Doyle (of Sherlock Holmes fame), aviation aspirations and unorthodox approaches to his craft. Waldron and Clyne will also tell you all about Houdini's fateful 1910 Australian trip and historic flight at Diggers Rest. Fun for all ages!
When
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturday 11 May 2024
Contact
Where
Melton Library & Learning Hub
31 McKenzie Street
Melton VIC
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Event Partner
This event is part of the Melton City Libraries Heritage Festival. For more information and events, visit our website: melton.vic.gov.au/HeritageFestival
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