“From childhood's hour I have not been. As others were, I have not seen. As others saw, I could not awaken. My heart to joy at the same tone. And all I loved, I loved alone.” — Edgar Allan Poe
Carroll Mansion
Historic Carroll Mansion, Winter Home of Charles Carroll of Carrollton, signer of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. 
Songs for Poe: A Gothic Birthday Tribute feat. Sombrus Ensemble
Sombrus Ensemble presents the first performance of its distinctive repertoire: a premiere of newly composed songs set to the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, created in celebration of the gothic master’s birthday.
Songs for Poe: A Gothic Birthday Tribute feat. Sombrus Ensemble
Sombrus Ensemble presents the first performance of its distinctive repertoire: a premiere of newly composed songs set to the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, created in celebration of the gothic master’s birthday.
Westminster Hall & Burying Ground
Site of Edgar Allan Poe's grave. The cemetery is open to visitors. Westminster Hall is only open for events.
Edgar Allan Poe Birthday Weekend & Poe Toaster Murder Mystery
The Poe Toaster is dead, murdered at the grave of Edgar Allan Poe and their killer is on the loose. Solve the mystery for Poe’s birthday!
2026 Saturday ‘Visiter’ Awards Call for Entries (Opens Jan 19!)
Call for entries for the 2026 Saturday 'Visiter' Awards opens January 19 - May 30. Awards honoring a new generation of creators and artists inspired by Edgar Allan Poe.