# Event Details

- **Event Name**:  Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:45 pm – Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Dr. Thomas Waters, author of Magick: Decoding the Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers, uncovers key features of magic through stone age symbols, lavish spellbooks, twisted figurines, and enchanted weapons.

Explore the nature and history of magic through an illustrated talk by Imperial College historian Dr. Thomas Waters. Stone Age symbols. Lavish spellbooks. Twisted figurines. Enchanted weapons. 

Using remarkable objects, Dr. Waters uncovers key features of magic and explains why it has enchanted people since the dawn of humanity. Spanning prehistory to the present, the talk is based on Dr. Waters’ new illustrated study, Magick: Decoding the Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers (Thames & Hudson, 2026). 

This inclusive event aims to welcome, entertain, and inform everyone with an interest in the topic, irrespective of background. From experts to beginners and the curious – all are welcome, and questions will be warmly encouraged.

Thomas Waters is a lecturer in History at Imperial College London and author of Cursed Britain: A History of Witchcraft and Black Magic in Modern Times (2019) along with numerous articles about the history of witchcraft and magic. He read History at the University of Leeds and Oxford, and has been researching and teaching about the history of magic for over twenty years in universities and the wider community.

Copies of  Magick: Decoding the Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers will be available on the day.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/magick-in-7-objects-the-visual-culture-of-spells-illusions-and-psychic-powers/200030404728741
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 57

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: London
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Conway Hall
- **lat**: 51.51976
- **long**: -0.11881
- **full address**: Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square,London, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is  Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers being held?
  - **A:** Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:45 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square,London, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing  Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers?
  - **A:** Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers is organized by London Fortean Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Magick in 7 Objects: The Visual Culture of Spells, Illusions and Psychic Powers is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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