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What is history? What is folklore? And how do scholars distinguish between them? Explore the history rooted in folklore with Kay Turner, former president of the American Folklore Society. Consider the stories we tell around campfires and examine the intersection of history, myth, and folklore.
Wine and cheese will be served. Ages 21 and up. This event does not include entry to Harry Potter: A History of Magic.
LOCATION
The New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
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