"American Monsters:" Examining Horror in a Social Context

Where do our fears come from? Are they simple figments of our nightmarish imaginations, or has society influenced and shaped who and what we should fear throughout history? Professor Adam Golub Ph.D joins us for an evening of haunting revelations, examining how culture and horror are intrinsically tied. With our fall exhibition, What Fearful Shadows, as his backdrop, Professor Golub will reveal how monsters are utilized in historical context as a reflection of fears and anxieties surrounding nature, science, gender, race, community, and the body. Take a deeper dive into the themes of What Fearful Shadows, and a closer examination of the Salem Witch Trials, the works of Edgar Allan Poe, and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Tickets include admission into the Horror Lecture Event and What Fearful Shadows exhibition, refreshments, a complimentary glass of wine, and 10% off in the Gallery Gift Shop. Gallery Members may RSVP for this event for free as part of their yearly benefits. Members of the Brea Gallery receive two complimentary event tickets with their membership benefits; join today to take advantage of year-round rewards. All ticket sales are final. Secure your tickets here!