The outré book designer and illustrator Edward Gorey ’50 spent a long career meticulously crafting works in a style that could be deemed charmingly sinister. Houghton Library celebrates these signature talents and the centennial of his birth in Edward Gorey: The Gloomy Gallery, through January 12. Some 100 items are on display—books, theater posters, and toys, along with some never-before-seen drawings. Read more in “The Artist Edward Gorey—and Pets—at Harvard” by Nell Porter-Brown: https://www.

The Art of Edward Gorey

Before Tim Burton or A Series of Unfortunate Events, there was Edward Gorey — the brilliantly eccentric illustrator known for his darkly humorous, Victorian-style drawings and macabre little stories like The Gashlycrumb Tinies and The Doubtful Guest. We’re featuring a rare collection of his books, including signed editions, alongside vintage art, collectibles, and mid-century pieces. 📍 South Austin Estate Sale 🗓️ Nov 14 – 16 • Fri 10 – 4 • Sat 9 – 4 • Sun 12 – 2 📢 Address released Thurs, Nov

Edward Gorey's illustrations for War of the Worlds

Experience the whimsical wonder of Edward Gorey's imagination, from the art he collected to his own fantastical, gothic-style illustrations. "Gorey's Worlds" is on view now at the Wadsworth. | Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art