Event Details
On Friday, October 30, the First Spiritualist Church of Austin returns to its historic roots in the Crystal Room for A Séance at the Driskill: Dialogues with the Dead, an intimate benefit supporting the preservation of the landmark Church location in Hyde Park.
The Evening Features:
💀An opening cocktail reception
💀A presentation on the golden age of spirit communication by noted historian and author Brandon Hodge (Supernatural Machines)
💀A chance to experiment with authentic Supernatural Machines from Hodge’s collection
💀A traditional, seated Spiritualist séance led in one of Texas's most storied spaces
Details & Intimate Sittings:
Friday, October 30, 2026
The Driskill Hotel, Crystal Room
🕯️Twilight Sitting: 6 – 8 PM
🕯️Witching Hour Sitting: 9 – 11 PM
Benefactor Tiers:
VIP Patron ($500): Front-row seating, a guaranteed personal reading from a Church Medium, a signed edition of Supernatural Machines, and a complimentary cocktail.
General Admission ($250): Full access to the reception, lecture, and séance.
Capacity is strictly limited to preserve an authentic, intimate parlor atmosphere.
Note: The event takes place at the Driskill Hotel, which is not affiliated with or a sponsor of the event.