LECTURES & LITERATURE

    Crossing the Line

    Crossing the Line

    Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum

    September 12, 2009


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    Hazing at sea will be the topic of a lively presentation describing the centuries-old sailors’ ceremony that occurs shipboard when crossing the equator. This illustrated talk by Simon Bronner, Ph.D., Distinguished University Professor of American Studies and Folklore at Pennsylvania State University and author of a book on the subject, reveals the sometimes controversial rituals involving role-playing, cross-dressing, initiation rites, and a wild cast of characters that includes King Neptune, Davy Jones, shellbacks, and pollywogs.


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        Independence Seaport Museum

        211 S. Columbus Boulevard
        Philadelphia, PA 19106

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets: Free with Museum admission.

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        September 12, 2009

        Times:
        2:30 pm

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