Episode 11: Aeolian Harps, Hartley's Violin, and the Curse of the Dancing Spiders

Things in Jars | A History and Museums Podcast - En podcast af Curators Melissa and Poppy

Move aside, Spiderman! This week, we'll be exploring the fascinating history of Tarantism – a peculiar phenomena involving spider bites & dancing plagues! We'll also be discussing the tragic story of Wallace Hartley's violin, which brought calm and comfort to so many during the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Thanks for listening! We post new episodes every Thursday.Find us: Instagram @ThingsinJarsPodcast // Twitter @ThingsinJarsPodMerch:  https://thingsinjars.threadless.comWe're also on Patreon! Sign up for bonus episodes, exclusive item spotlights, behind the scenes chats and much more!Support the show

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