Maybe Smith’s Imaginarium

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    The Project

    Journey back to 1880s Appalachia with Mabe Smith in L.S.King’s latest words and picture project rooted in the shadows of Victorian Virginia. Maybe is a pioneering female photographer whose vision transcends time.

    Currently, Maybe and L.S. are hanging out on Instagram, from which you can see the latest post below or follow along there. But on this page we’ll post news, new art work.

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    Maybe Smith's Imaginarium: An 1882 Railroad Mystery is at the O. Winston Link Museum in Roanoke, VA until Nov. 9, 2024. There will be a closing reception at 5 p.m. on Nov. 2, 2024. All are welcome to join in solving the mystery!

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    Explore the Maybe Smith Imaginarium and own a fauxguerreotype by L.S. King. Crafted with modern and sustainable technology, these stunning pieces recreate the nostalgia of the Maybe Smith era — 1882 Appalachia.

    Each artwork captures timeless beauty and the magic of history. Shop now and bring a piece of this enchanting world into your home. Stay tuned for updates and special offers!

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Episode 27: Marinda Hawkes’ Letter Arrives Smith Photographics, Dunbar’s Cove, 5 of January, 1883 Today a letter arrived in the post. Marinda sent it from Richmond. Such a gesture is out of character, but I suspect she wanted to be sure I know she is living in opulence and that I apparently am not. Marinda’s revelations muddle my thoughts further. Why was Ridgepath pretending work for the Easter Brothers? What purpose did that serve? And what would have happened when he and Miss Long arrived in Richmond, or did he never intend to take her to the Easter Brothers’ house party? → To listen to the audio version. Ephemera by Ken Smith. Music by Mark Scher. #CozyMystery #MaybeSmithImaginarium #ChristmasMystery #VictorianEphemera #AppalchianMystery

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