Social: Macabre Marvels in the Stacks—Inspiration From SFPL's Hidden Books

Name: Social: Macabre Marvels in the Stacks—Inspiration From SFPL's Hidden Books
Start: 2026-10-23T01:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-23T02:30:00+00:00
Location: Main Library · SFPL

Free

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Main Library • SFPL

For one night in October, the Library opens its vaults. Explore rarely accessible, reference-only books containing masks, costumes and creepy images, where you'll find inspiration for your Halloween costume, art, or daily aesthetic. Collections to Explore Masks Costumes Gargoyles/monsters Frightening landscapes ... and more! Flip through books, photograph, copy or sketch your favorite pages, and talk with enthusiasts and librarians about creative process and responsible use of reference material.

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