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Where and how has magic manifested across Europe? From classical antiquity to early modern witch hunts, delve into the historical, cultural, and social contexts in which magic took shape and consider how magical traditions have emerged and endured.

During this course, participants will visit the exhibition Harry Potter: A History of Magic.

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Join us for a spellbinding evening at the Museum! Enjoy magical cocktails, see costumes from Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, examine magical artifacts from around the world, and try your hand at enchanting crafts and activities in our renowned Library.

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Socialize while creating paintings inspired by items in Harry Potter: A History of Magic and New-York Historical’s collection. At the end of the class, take home your unique work of enchanting art!

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Twenty years after the publication of the first book, the Harry Potter phenomenon still looms large in popular culture and our cultural consciousness. Join moderator Karen Ginman and a panel of journalists, editors, and booksellers as they explore how Harry and his friends have changed the landscape of children’s literature and how they continue to permeate different facets of everyday life.

Wine and cheese will be served. Ages 21 and up.

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The New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

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Twenty years after the publication of the first book, the Harry Potter phenomenon still looms large in popular culture and our cultural consciousness. Join moderator Karen Gilman and a panel of journalists, editors, and booksellers to discover how Harry and his friends continue to shape children's literature and beyond. Wine and cheese will be served. Ages 21 and up.

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The New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

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Harry Potter is one of the latest in a long line of great children's literature characters. Journey through a colorful century of writing and illustrating for young people with Leonard Marcus, and see how the field has evolved from Madeline to Mo Willems, from the Hardy Boys to Harry Potter. Wine and cheese will be served. Ages 21 and up.

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The New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

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After all this time? Revisit your old friends from the Wizarding World in this book club for fans. Readers familiar with the Harry Potter books will gather together over a bagel brunch to dig into the series' key topics and themes and explore the lasting power of J.K. Rowling's words. Always.

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Have you always wanted to read the Harry Potter books? Here's your chance! In this book club, first-time readers will gather together over a bagel brunch to discover and discuss major plot points, twists, and themes in the series. It's never too late to discover the Wizarding World!

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In what ways did reading the Harry Potter books become part of your personal history? In this open mic event, join the New-York Historical Society and The Story Studio for an evening of discovery and community.

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Spend an evening immersed in magic and celebrate the spookiest time of year! Sip on bewitching cocktails, enjoy late-night entry to Harry Potter: A History of Magic, and try your hand at mystifying activities inspired by the exhibition. Costumes are welcome!