Modern American Spiritualism was introduced to Indiana soon after its formation in the 1840s. While the religion is often cast as a queer footnote of history, to be exploited during the Halloween season but largely ignored the rest of the year, Spiritualism has a rich and complex history in the Hoosier state. In this episode we explore those complexities. Read transcripts and show notes <a href= "https://blog.history.in.gov/thh-spiritualism-beyond-the-spectacle/"> here</a>.

Modern American Spiritualism was introduced to Indiana soon after its formation in the 1840s. While the religion is often cast as a queer footnote of history, to be exploited during the Halloween season but largely ignored the rest of the year, Spiritualism has a rich and complex history in the Hoosier state. In this episode we explore those complexities. Read transcripts and show notes here.

Modern American Spiritualism was introduced to Indiana soon after its formation in the 1840s. While the religion is often cast as a queer footnote of history, to be exploited during the Halloween season but largely ignored the rest of the year, Spiritualism has a rich and complex history in the Hoosier state. In this episode we explore those complexities. Read transcripts and show notes <a href="https://blog.history.in.gov/thh-spiritualism-beyond-the-spectacle/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> here</a>.

Spiritualism: Beyond the Spectacle

Talking Hoosier History is an Indiana History podcast produced by the Indiana Historical Bureau. Join us each month to explore the people, places, and events that shaped the Hoosier state. Credits, Notes, and more info: https://blog.history.in.gov/talking-hoosier-history/

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