Did you know that Harriet Beecher Stowe practiced spiritualism throughout her life? Together with family, friends, and her Hartford neighbors, she would hold séances to try to speak with the spirits of people who had passed on to the next life. Over the years, visitors and staff at the Stowe Center have experienced many mysterious and unexplainable events in Harriet's historic home—just as Harriet did during her spiritualist explorations.
[Please note, this tour talks openly about death and grief. Recommended for ages 8+]
Celebrate the holidays at the Stowe Center for Literary Activism with a special tour called Harriet’s Hearth. As we traverse the Stowe House, we will read seasonally themed excerpts written by Stowe and our larger Constellation of Hope & Freedom. These excerpts, by a variety of 19th century literary activists, will touch on themes of generosity and compassion during the holiday season. Guests will also be able to take pictures and engage with Stowe's holiday decorations, cars, and other objects from the Stowe collection.