![]() So, she definitely did not always have the most favorable coverage in her lifetime, but we all think the world of her, and we really want to commemorate the 100th anniversary of her passing with a life celebration, and something really, really focused on the special woman she was. Walter Magnuson: As I mentioned, she did pass, and you could see on the right, some of the early stories about the way this house was constructed, which giant anthill, I'm grateful that didn't really take on resonance beyond that. To see the stories and the way she was talked about when she was alive before the house even opened for tours is always very interesting to us. We really find this fascinating because we have an ever-growing archive of things, of Sarah Winchester's life. and this is a story which is from, I think, 1911 in the New York Times that talks about Sarah Winchester and that there were some odd things going on in this House, and the spirit world was warning her. But even before her passing there were a lot of stories in the media speculating and just very, very curious. Walter Magnuson: Well, I think as most of you know, our story begins, unfortunately, with Sarah Winchester's passing, and this year marks the 100th anniversary of her passing. Wait, there are a few, it's mostly in the middle here. ![]() Winchester Mystery House, I'm hoping every hand goes up, how many people have been to Winchester Mystery House? Oh my gosh, look at this. But welcome, we're so excited to be here, we're so happy that you are all here, and we have a lot of awesome things to take you through today. So, I think that's a good omen, hopefully. ![]() And I do have to mention that my son and my wife were sitting in the front, and he just lost his tooth about 3 minutes ago, right here, and he loves all things spooky. Please welcome to the stage, Director of Marketing Natalie Taylor, Director of Operations Michael Taft, and General Manager Walter Magnuson. As preparations are underway for its spirited Centennial celebration, we are thrilled to have some of its keepers of the iconic estate with us to share some of their exciting plans. Few locations in the world rival the legend and lore of the Winchester Mystery House, located in the San Francisco Bay area. ![]()
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