It’s Halloween time! As costumers and Victorian lovers it’s a holiday that many of us embrace. In this episode Jennifer shares a bit of backstory to this All Hallows Eve along with some activities even Queen Victoria herself participated in.
You’ll also get inspiration for your holiday meals and a few costume ideas too! Happy Halloween!
Show Notes and Mentions
–The Traditions of Halloween by The Virtual Victorian
–A Victorian Halloween Party by Mimi Matthews
–Victorian Mourning and Funeral Customs in the 1890s by Victoriana
-Halloween at Balmoral, 6 November 1874, article from Staffordshire Sentinel on British National Archives
–Fancy Dresses Described by Ardern Holt
-Find Jennifer on Gab: @JenRosbrugh
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What a fun subject! I love learning more about how the Victorians celebrated holidays. I hope you’re planning to do an episode on Victorian Christmas as well, since they practically invented our idea of that particular one. Just a quick bit of info though…, the Celtic Pagan holiday Samhain is pronounced Sow-un. I know it doesn’t look like that would correct but it is. Wishing you a Blessed Samhain, Happy Hallowe’en, and beautiful day.
Thanks for the comment, Jessica! And for the pronunciation of Samhain. My brain doesn’t take well to languages. 😉 Victorian Christmas coming later!