Steampunks are used to dressing up, going antiquing, and having adventures, and often dancing into the night. Seldom though do we meet up over drinks and coffee, share ideas, tell stories, and keeping things moving in the scene. That’s why …
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Absinthe Makes the Verte Grow Fonder
Nov
19
The green fairy (the intoxicating spirit of absinthe) has taken up residence north of Chicago in Lake Bluff, IL. North Shore Distillery produces Sirène Absinthe Verte, and they offer tours and tastings.
Absinthe derives its flavor from green anise, and …
A Hot Steaming Mug (More Like a Demitasse) of Steampunk
Oct
08
Steampunks tout tea, but I’ve got to have my two cups of java first thing in the morning. How can I reconcile my loves of steampunk and coffee?
The quick and inauthentic way is to grab a mug from a …
Siam: The Queen and The White City
Oct
01
The Chicago History Museum celebrates the 120th anniversary of Chicago’s World’s Columbian Exposition with Siam: The Queen and the White City. The exhibition honors Queen Savang Vadhana and her contributions in organizing her country’s displays for the fair’s Woman’s …
Have A Happy Father’s Day at Watch Chains and Lace
Jun
10
At Watch Chains and Lace, you can look forward to tea and good food, games and friendly conversation, music, historical tours of the beautiful Pleasant Home located at 217 Home Avenue in Oak Park, and Steampunk-inspired wares. Join us for …
Come to a Neo-Victorian outing for the whole family!
May
13
This Sunday marks the start of our summer-long steampunk tea and music series, Watch Chains and Lace! Come to Pleasant Home in Oak Park this Sunday at 5pm for an evening of music, tea, cookies, lawn games, and socializing with …
What is High Tea?
Apr
26
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you’ve used the term “high tea” in the 21st century, you’ve probably been a victim of its misleading name. This tea is not what it seems.
So what precisely …
Come to the Old-Timey Salon April 6!
Apr
05
Yes come out tomorrow for our old timey salon! Come experience the Victorian salon like they used to do it! Friends, merriment, beverages, music and pleasure.
NEBBIA GALLERY 902 N California!
Come as you are of course, but we encourage …
Sunday’s a Good Day to be a Steampunk in the Chicago Area
Jul
12
Pocket Guide to Hell Tours and Reenactments invites you back in time for “Like a Secondhand Sea,” on Sunday, July 15 from 12-2:00 PM at the park across from the River East Arts Center (corner of Illinois and McClurg Ct).…
PBR: Beer of Chicago Steampunks?
May
30
Before you slag off PBR as being the beer of choice for skinny-belt wearing bearded folks and other hipster types, consider the role of the Pabst Brewing Company in Chicago history.
Jacob Best founded the Empire Brewing Company in 1844. …
