The 1893 Exposition’s Adventures in Wonderland

In August of 1893, the Chicago Exposition slipped through a series of mirrors and found itself in a topsy-turvy world of absurdity and wonder. Only a girl by the name of Alice can guide the Exposition back to its prime reality . . . but which of the many Alice reflections is the real one?!

Gail Carriger Returns!

In 2026 we shall be joined again by special guest Gail Carriger, archaeologist and author of the the Parasol Protectorate, Finishing School series, and many more bestselling novels. 

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Twelve Weeks until the Exposition!

Twelve Weeks until the Exposition!

Leanna Renee Hieber is an actress, playwright, ghost tour guide and the award-winning, bestselling author of over fourteen Gothic, Gaslamp Fantasy, Supernatural Suspense and Non-Fiction books for adults and teens with publishers such as Tor, Sourcebooks and Kensington...

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Three Months until the Exposition!

Three Months until the Exposition!

Unwoman (AKA Erica Mulkey) performed at the first Chicago Steampunk Exposition back in 2019 and we are excited to see her return to the Exposition this June. She is a San Francisco-based cellist-singer-songwriter. Layered with skillful cello, rich vocals, and beats,...

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14 Weeks until the Exposition

14 Weeks until the Exposition

Only ONE more Gail Carriger VIP ticket remains! Join Ms. Carriger for VIP cocktails on Friday, sit at her banquet table on Saturday, and share a spot of High Tea with her on Sunday, plus a number of other great advantages that come with the VIP packages. Click HERE to...

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