An Evening of Poe’s Tell-Tale Verses at Black Point Estate

Cruise the lake under the light of the October moon before arriving at the Black Point Estate for chilling live performances of Edgar Allan Poe’s most famous works, including “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Raven”. After the readings a discussion about Poe’s life, and a rare chance to explore the first floor of the estate after dark. Did we mention the mansion is haunted? It’s a spooky, sophisticated night perfect for fans of history, mystery, and classic literature.

Please note: we recommend this tour only for those comfortable walking and climbing a series of approximately 100 stairs.

Tour Highlights

A Night of Mystery, History, and the Macabre

• Dramatic Readings by Candlelight:

  Hear Edgar Allan Poe’s chilling tales, including “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Raven,” and “The Mask of the Red Death,” performed by author Joshua Rex.

• A Rare Evening at Black Point Estate:

  Explore the first floor of the 1888 mansion under the eerie glow of the October moon.

• A Moonlight Cruise:

  Enjoy a scenic boat ride to and from the estate, passing historic mansions along the way.

• Engaging Discussion:

  Learn more about Poe’s fascinating life and mysterious death in a post-reading Q&A session.