Gorey Letters: A Traditional Handlettering Workshop

In observation (and dubious celebration) of the 2026 EGH exhibit O Sordid Type: Edward Gorey’s Art of Lettering, the House and Thacher Hall invite you to join us for Gorey Letters: an evening of writing the alphabet in various ways. Learn the history of the typefaces Gorey drew his inspiration from and design letterforms of your very own.

Tickets include refreshments and light snacks, as well as a pen, ink, notepad, and a pre-cut sheet of Gorey’s beloved Bristol board for your “final project.” House Members receive a discount with the use of their code at checkout. While this event is recommended for grown-ups, the more artistically inclined young adult in your life may get something out of it as well. We discourage the attendance of creatives young enough to be tempted into the consumption of ink, a pen, or some other delectable-yet-indigestible material.

Refund policy: Tickets are 50% refundable up to 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, April 24. We are unable to offer refunds after that date.