Becky P
Poetry, History, and Macabre Beauty
Edgar Allen Poe was an interesting fellow and a distinguished author who lived in Richmond in the early nineteenth century. Even as someone who is largely unfamiliar with his work, I enjoyed my visit to the Poe Museum.
The museum is home to collections of original manuscripts, letters, first editions, memorabilia and personal belongings. Visits are led by tour guides, telling stories of Poe's life (particularly while he was residing in Richmond), reading excerpts of his work, describing his prestige, and looking into the mystery of his death.
One of the highlights of my visit was the Enchanted Garden in the back of the house.
It's a lovely space where I can picture sitting to read Poe's works in the future.
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