A day long celebration the 200th Anniversary of Mary Shelley’s classic, Frankenstein. Discuss the book, enjoy a beloved favorite film adaptations, create a Frankencreature and learn more about the science that fueled Doctor Frankenstein and his monster. DROP IN TO ONE OR ALL

Frankenstein Film Screening
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Considered to be the most iconic horror film of all time, this 1931 classic famously features Boris Karloff as the monster. Unrated; 2 Hours.

Frankentoys
Noon-2 p.m. / Marketplace
Dig into a selection of toy parts to create a unique Frankencreature of your own. Best for ages 8+

The Science Behind Frankenstein
1:30–3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Mary Shelley was 19 years old when she wrote Frankenstein. Professor Ruth Hoffman explains how a literary young woman wrote a ground-breaking novel that featured scientific foreshadowing.

Book Discussion of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein
3:30–4:30 p.m. / Cardinal Room
Join us to discuss the story of Victor Frankenstein, the young scientist who creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. Pick up a copy of the book at the Info Desk and join the discussion.

Young Frankenstein Film screening
5:30–7:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join us for an evening screening of the 1974 comedy classic, Young Frankenstein. In it, respected medical lecturer Dr. Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) inherits his grandfather's estate in Transylvania where he begins to recreate his experiments with the help of Igor (Marty Feldman), Inga (Teri Garr) and the fearsome Frau Blücher (Cloris Leachman). Also starring Peter Boyle and Madeline Kahn. Rated PG; 1 hour, 46 minutes.