History of the Museumĭorothy Dietrich and Dick Brooks opened the Harry Houdini Museum in Downtown Scranton in 1988.

The mystery of Houdini doesn’t stop at his shows-discover the man behind the magic at the Harry Houdini Museum. For even more recommendations on exciting things to do in Scranton, download our exclusive Vacation Guide !ĭiscover the Best of Northeast PA Everything You Need to Know About the Harry Houdini MuseumĬhances are you’ve heard of the greatest magician in the world, Harry Houdini, but what do you really know about him? Did you know his birth name was Erik Weisz? Harry adopted the name ‘Houdini’ from his childhood hero, Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin. Don’t miss out on this interactive museum during your next visit to the Poconos. The iconic museum features unique artifacts from the world-renowned magician along with a classic magic show filled with the best local performers. The QI regular also has a look at David Copperfield's priceless collection of Houdini artefacts in Las Vegas.Looking for something to captivate your mind and enlighten your sense of mystery? Look no further than the Harry Houdini Museum in Scranton. To understand why the master magician felt compelled to perform his death-defying acts, Alan volunteers to hold his breath under ice-cold water, lie on a bed of nails and be hung upside down in a straitjacket. In this first episode, Jonathan Creek star Alan Davies explores the extraordinary life of escapologist Harry Houdini who, against the odds, became one of the world's most successful entertainers.

More familiar faces offer their take on subjects that fascinate them. Now in its fourth year, the strand will encompass six films from a rich variety of distinctive individuals offering their take on subjects for which they have a personal enthusiasm and fascination. The Perspectives documentary strand brings together powerful stories and unique insights into the arts from a range of well-known figures. Published by ITV broadcasted as part of ITV Perspectives series Arts, Biography Documentary hosted by Alan Davies,

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