The Natural History of Steampunk

Join Captain Ava Helena Willoughby-Jones and Barry Orpington for an afternoon of Steampunk Art and Literature. Barry Orpington will discuss his creations which combine natural history and steampunkery. Captain Ava will discuss P.T. Barnum’s horrifying Feejee Mermaid and read her latest thrilling short story “Maid of the Fen”. This story explains the discovery of the freshwater mermaid, and her obsessive, murderous lady research scientist. Family fun for age 10 and over. Dress appropriately.

Bookings Essential – phone: 03 578 1712 or email: info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz