Vampires
Vampires, zombies, and werewolves. Stars of the Halloween season. Tales of silver bullets and crucifixes have entertained and terrified us for countless generations.
But if there is no truth behind the myth, why is evidence of these otherworldly monsters so pervasive across countries, continents, and centuries? Karen Lacy, co-curator of the current Monsters! exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Man, and Sandra Pentney, archaeologist, geek, and horror fan, investigate the cross-cultural phenomena that have stalked our nightmares and fueled our imaginations since childhood. From modern lore to cross-cultural interpretations over time and even into the archaeological record they examine the origins of the myths.
Please be advised that this presentation will include photos or sketches of human remains. Info, San Diego County Archaeological Society, 858-538-0935 or www.sdcas.org.