Memento Mori Los Angeles

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Los Angeles
2026-01-03 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Los Angele Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa, Los Angeles, 90015, United States
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday January 3rd 10am – 5pm AND Sunday January 4th 10am-5pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Sacramento
2025-11-08 10:00 - 2025-11-09 16:00 | Cal Expo – The Pavilion, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Sacramento with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday November 8th 10am – 6pm AND Sunday November 9th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Portland
2025-10-25 10:00 - 2025-10-26 16:00 | Oregon Convention Cener, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland, OR, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Portland with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday October 25th 10am – 6pm AND Sunday October 26th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Seattle
2025-10-18 10:00 - 2025-10-19 16:00 | Seattle Convention Center, 815 Pike St, Seattle, CA, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Seattle for the first time with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday October 18th 10am – 6pm AND Sunday October 19th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Denver
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-05 16:00 | Colorado Convenion Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Denver with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday October 4th 10am – 6pm AND Sunday October 5th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Salt Lake City
2025-09-20 10:00 - 2025-09-21 16:00 | Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., Sandy, UT, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Salt Lake City with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday September 20th 10am – 6pm AND Sunday September 21st 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Las Vegas
2025-09-13 10:00 - 2025-09-14 16:00 | The Expo at World Market Center, 435 S Grand Central Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV, 89106, United States
We are THRILLED to return to Las Vegas with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday September 13th 10am-6pm AND Sunday September 14th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Buffalo
2025-08-02 10:00 - 2025-08-03 16:00 | Buffalo Convenion Center, 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY, United States
We had so much FUN last year and we are THRILLED to return to Buffalo with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo again in 2025!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday August 2nd 10am-6pm AND Sunday August 3rd 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Providence
2025-07-26 10:00 - 2025-07-27 16:00 | Rhode island Convention Center, 1 Sabin S, Providence, RI, United States
We’re thrilled to visit Providence for the first time with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday July 26th 10am-6pm AND Sunday July 27th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - New Orleans
2025-07-19 10:00 - 2025-07-20 16:00 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, United States
We’re thrilled to visit New Orleans for the first time with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday July 19th 10am-6pm AND Sunday July 20th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - San Jose
2025-07-12 10:00 - 2025-07-13 16:00 | San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA, United States
We’re thrilled to visit San Jose for the first time with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday July 12th 10am-6pm AND Sunday July 13th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

Jackalope Shoulder Mount Taxidermy Class
2025-06-21 12:00 - 18:00 | The Wunderkammer Store, 112 ast 22nd Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Jackalope Shoulder Mount Taxidermy Class with Afterlife Anatomy

Katie Innamorato is a modern-day Anubis, aiming to preserve and honor the deceased in their afterlife. She has been professionally trained and competes at state and world level championships. She has teamed up with The Field Museum for an educational video, taught classes for the New York state Department of Environmental Conservation, and worked with the SVA in NYC for some classes as well. She has been featured on the TV show “Oddities,” displayed pieces at La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles, profiled in the book Taxidermy Art, along with coauthoring her own book, “STUFFED ANIMALS.”
SOURCING
All specimen deaths are not related to the artwork. Everything is long deceased beforehand. Animals are sourced from roadkill when legal, abatement and nuisance removal, donations, pet store and breeder casualties, and scraps from other taxidermists which would often be thrown away.

When: Saturday June 21st, 2025
Time: 12-6pm
Where: The World of Wonder Exposition in San Pedro, CA.
This class will introduce students to basic small mammal taxidermy. Each student is provided with their own specimen which have been prepped and tanned. They will have to final prep, mount, and groom. We will go through the process of preparing our forms, building up with clay, and final assembly. Everything is supplied and students do not need any prior experience for this class. Each student will leave with their own finished piece.
Please note: Class will take place during the World of Wonder Exposition. Students of the taxidermy class will receive FREE Entry to the Exposition for Saturday only. The Exposition opens at 11am, we welcome students to come early to shop and experience the market.
CLICK HERE to REGISTER for CLASS

The World of Wonder Oddities Exposition
2025-06-20 18:00 - 23:00 | The World of Wonder Oddities Expostition, 112 ast 22nd St (Building 10), San Pedro, 90731, United States
Come One Come All!
Wunderkammer & Memento Mori LA Productions present:
The World of Wonder Exposition!

Witness the 20,000 sf Market nestled inside a historic Navy warehouse built in 1945 at The Port of Los Angeles featuring over 100 unique vendors. Sideshow and cirque performers on stage and roaming the halls all weekend! Strange & unusual curiosities, antiquities, relics, vintage items, original art, jewelry, apparel & so much more….
Dj’s • Live Immersive Performances • Food Trucks •Cocktails • FREE PARKING!
•Friday 6-11 PM: Opening Gala Experience, VIP Night Market and LIVE Show (21+)
Let the Festivities Begin! Friday night offers a first opportunity to purchase exclusive one of a kind treasures from over 100 hand selected vendors. Co-producer Jose Palos brings to the stage an exclusive and unbelievable performances featuring an ethereal Aerial performance by Gigi Noree, the One of a Kind Magic of Christopher Wonder, the Shocking Spectacle of Zamora the Torture King and the only burlesque performance of the weekend Jessabelle Thunder!
A variety of Signature Craft Cocktails (and mocktails) and delectable bites will also be available throughout the evening. DJ Dave Bats will be spinning music and keeping the ambiance of this very special one of a kind evening building all night. PLUS FREE PARKING!
$50 VIP tickets include:
•All Weekend Pass! VIP ticket holders will be granted FREE access to return to the World of Wonder all weekend!
•Exclusive seated Opening Gala Entertainment you will only see Friday Night! *Seating on a first come basis*
•The first 20 people will receive an Exclusive Gift bag filled with themed treats, surprises and more!
CLICK HERE for VIP Ticktets
•Saturday 11 AM-6 PM: Market & Family Immersive Entertainment (All Ages)
Saturday offers an all day, family oriented experience. Beginning at 11 AM shop with over 100 vendors, and witness a variety of live sideshow performances throughout the day! Featuring the Mesmerizing Silk and Aerial performance of Angela Genesis, and the One of a Kind Spectacle of Zamora the Torture King
•Learn the art of taxidermy with Afterlife Anatomy! All the way from New Jersey, Katie Innamorato will be teaching a hands on, step by step Jackalope Class – CLICK HERE to register for the Jackalope Shoulder Mount class!
Feast upon delicious bites from local artisans available all day. Both alcohol and non-alcohol beverages will also be for sale. Photo Ops and an immersive environment of wonder and amazement will be waiting around every corner throughout the day. DJ Dave Bats spinning music bringing the party to a frenzy. Plus FREE PARKING!
$15 tickets are available and include entry to the Exposition for both Saturday and Sunday.
CLICK HERE for Saturday Tickets

•Sunday 11 AM-4 PM: Market & Family Immersive Entertainment (All Ages)
Sunday will also offer an all day, family oriented experience. Beginning at 11 AM shop with over 100 vendors, witness a variety of live sideshow performances throughout the day! Clown around with the wonder of Missy Marina, and witness the incredible balance and grace of Angela Genesis
•PLUS! Sunday afternoon, learn about the history of pet cemeteries through the true stories of the people and pets that had an integral part in their development from the master storyteller himself, Paul Koudounaris! All the way from Las Vegas, Paul will be sharing parts of his latest book, Faithful Unto Death: Pet Cemeteries, Animal Graves, and Eternal Devotion. Books will be available for purchase, and book signings will be available after the presentation. This is a FREE presentation for ticket holders to The World of Wonder! Limited seating will be available, early arrival suggested.
Feast upon delicous bites from local vendors… Both alcohol and non-alcohol beverages will be for sale. FREE PARKING! Photo Ops and an immersive environment of wonder and amazement will be waiting around every corner throughout the day. DJ SPoooeeey will be spinning tunes to keep the mood going until the very end!
$15 tickets are available and include entry to the Exposition for both Saturday and Sunday.
CLICK HERE for Sunday Tickets

The Oddities Flea Market Chicago
2025-05-03 11:00 - 2025-05-04 18:00 | Morgan Manufacuing, 401 N. Morgan, Chicago, IL, United States
We are so excited to announce that we will be returning to The Oddities Flea Market CHICAGO in 2025!
DISCOVER YOUR NEWEST STRANGE DESIRE.
Shop a curated selection of medical history ephemera, anatomical curiosities, natural history items, osteological specimens, taxidermy, home decor, jewelry, one-of-a-kind art, and much more
🥀 DATES & TIMES
SATURDAY, May 3rd, 2025
11 AM – 6 PM CDT
SUNDAY, May 4rd, 2025
11 AM – 6 PM CDT
Admission is allowed only for the date and time assigned to your ticket and cannot be changed after purchase. PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR DATE/TIME BEFORE CONFIRMING YOUR PURCHASE.
🎟️ ADMISSION TIERS
VIP: 11 AM – 1 PM
VIP offers early entry and re-entry, stay as long as you like! You can skip the general admission line (SAT: 1 PM-6 PM & SUN: 1 PM – 6 PM) throughout the day. Enjoy priority access to our vendors’ exceptional collection — ensuring a fantastic experience.
GENERAL ADMISSION: DOORS OPEN 1 PM
SAT: 1 PM – 6 PM
SUN: 1 PM – 6 PM
No re-entry.
Children aged 10 and younger enter FREE—no ticket is required when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission.
CLICK HERE for TICKETS!

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Indianapolis
2025-04-26 10:00 - 2025-04-27 16:00 | Indiana State Fairgrounds, (West Pavilion) 1202 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN, United States
We’re thrilled to return for The Oddities & Curiosities Expo – Indianapolis!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday April 26th 10am-6pm AND Sunday April 27th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Columbus
2025-04-19 10:00 - 2025-04-20 16:00 | Ohio Expo Center – Bricker Building, 717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43211, United States
We’re thrilled to return for The Oddities & Curiosities Expo – Columbus!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday April 19th 10am-6pm AND Sunday April 20th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - St. Louis
2025-04-12 10:00 - 2025-04-13 16:00 | Americas Center Convention Complex, 701 Convention Plaza (Hall 4/4X), St. Louis, MO, 63101, United States
We’re thrilled to visit St. Louis for the very first time with The Oddities & Curiosities Expo!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday April 12th 10am-6pm AND Sunday April 13th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Albuquerque
2025-03-29 10:00 - 2025-03-30 16:00 | Albuquerque Convention Center, 401 2nd St NW, ALbuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
We’re thrilled to return to New Mexico for the Oddities & Curiosities Expo in Albuquerque!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN Saturday March 29th 10am-6pm AND Sunday March 30th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Phoenix
2025-03-22 10:00 - 2025-03-23 16:00 | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85003
Join us for the Oddities & Curiosities Expo in Phoenix!
For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday March 22nd 10am-6pm AND Sunday March 23rd 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

Memento Mori: The Mission Grand Opening
2025-03-15 17:00 - 22:00 | The Wunderkammer Store, 112 ast 22nd Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
If you’ve seen our Stories on social media these past few weeks, you’ll know we’ve been hard at work building something special. Memento Mori is adding a 2nd location about 45 minutes south in San Pedro! Our new home will be inside the absolutely fantastic Wunderkammer Store and we can not wait to share it with you!!!
What is the Wunderkammer Store? It’s the Nexus of Imagination. Rare and unique antiques, vintage, oddities and relics. A distinguished group of merchants, each an expert in their field, has joined forces to create a truly unparalleled experience that marries elegance with intrigue. This curated haven showcases an exquisite blend of dark, mysterious curiosities, Neoclassical sophistication, French opulence, English refinement, wartime memorabilia, textiles, sculptures, photography, and much more. The store is thoughtfully organized, with each merchant curating their own unique collection. Come witness the wonder, and satisfy your curiosity!
With everything going on in the world and this country, we thought long and hard about the decision to add a 2nd location (as we’re sure we don’t have to tell you, running one location and traveling for markets across the country is hard enough as it is)… We decided that pouring our heart and soul into this expansion would ultimately create MORE safe spaces for our community. And we think that’s important. Now more than ever that is something we all need. All are welcome!
WHEN: Saturday March 15th from 5pm – 10pm
WHERE: Wunderkammer Store 112 E 22nd St, San Pedro
This is a FREE event! We will have music to raise the dead by Dave Bats, vegan food and treats by Fruit Bat, refreshments, libations, giveaways and MORE TBA!

Obelisk 2 Year Anniversary
2025-03-13 21:00 - 2025-03-14 02:00 | Risky Business, 10437 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood, CA
Join us in celebrating the 2 year Anniversary of our favorite local Goth/Deathrock/Post Punk/Goth Club in North Hollywood, OBELISK!
Journey into the depths with us as we navigate the haunting night of festivities with TWO Danse Rooms! Featuring Classic Goth/Deathrock in the main room and Darkwave/Industrial in the 2nd room!
Special Guest DJ Dave Bats of Release the Bats will be on hand and w are proud to be the featured vendor for the evening. Come out and have some fun with us!
Hosted by the Dangerous Duo of Vesta and Vodkahouse
With your resident DJ’s Hetherette, Jak Syn, & Tenebrae playing the best cuts in Goth, Deathrock, Post Punk & Darkwave from the past, present and beyond the grave!
PLUS tarot readings by the talented Ms. Mare
FREE ALL NIGHT (donations accepted)
WHERE: Risky Business 10437 Burbank Blvd., Noth Hollywood
WHEN: 9pm-2am
21+ event, free parking, cocktails, cocktails and more!

The Endless Night Vampire Ball 2025
2025-02-16 21:00 - 2025-02-17 03:00 | The Mayan, 103 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA, 90015, United States
Get ready for a night of enchantment at the Endless Night: Los Angeles Vampire Ball 2025! Join us on Sunday February 16th at the historic Mayan Theatre for an unforgettable evening. This in-person event will transport you into a world of darkness, elegance and mystery.
Indulge your inner vampire and dress to impress in your most alluring gothic victorian attire. Expect a mesmerizing atmosphere with hauntingly beautiful decorations and eerie music that will make your blood run cold.
Immerse yourself in the vampire culture as you mingle with fellow creatures of the night. Sip on deliciously wicked BLOODBATH and Absinthe cocktails and savor tantalizing bites that will awaken your vampiric senses.
Shop the Vampire Bazaar (located on both the upper and lower levels) and witness a curated shopping experience featuring the best of vampire accoutrements, adornments, spell candles, headpieces and more.
Get some insight on what the future holds with a reading from one of our amazing tarot or rune readers (located on both the upper and lower levels).
Throughout the night, indulge in captivating performances by talented artists who will leave you spellbound. Dance the night away to haunting melodies and lose yourself in the enchantment of the night.
Described as a “Venetian Masquerade meets a Vampire Court, with the energy of a rock concert and the elegance of Burlesque Cabaret” .

WHEN: Sunday February 16th, 2025
WHERE: The Mayan 1038 S Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
TIME: 9pm 21+ Event

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - San Diego
2025-01-11 10:00 - 2025-01-12 16:00 | Del Mar Fairgrounds – O’Brien Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA, United States
Join us for the Oddities & Curiosities Expo in San Diego! For the Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
WHEN: Saturday January 11th 10am-6pm AND Sunday January 12th 10am-4pm
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Los Angeles
2025-01-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Los Angele Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa, Los Angeles, 90015, United States
We are so EXCITD to kick off 2025 right in our hometown! Join us for The Oddities & Curiosities Expo right here in DTLA!
For Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…
DATE: January 4-5, 2025
TIME: Saturday 10AM-6PM / Sunday 10AM-4PM
LOCATION: Los Angeles Convention Center – 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
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The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world’s largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. There is truly something weird for everyone at these shows. All items you see at these shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on the main stage all throughout the day PLUS there is the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. They pride themselves in being a completely “DIY” run show from start to finish. They find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. They are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. They are a one of a kind event and the first to do what they specialize in. They take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way.
Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds.
***CLICK HERE for TICKETS***

A Very Tiny Conjurer's Kitchen Holiday Pop Up
2024-12-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Memento Mori Store, 1507 Wilcox Avenue, Los Angeles, California, 90028
We are THRILLED to announce that we will be hosting a very TINY holiday Pop Up with our dear friend @conjurers_kitchen She will be binging some of her absolutely amazing tiny sculptures, and some delicious edible surprises as well. Her pieces would make th perfect gift for friends or loved ones, for the collector that has everything, or as a special treat for yourself! Be sure to mark your calendars and join us!
WHEN: Saturday December 14th, 2024
TIME: 2pm – 5pm
WHERE: Memento Mori 1507 Wilcox Ave, Hollywood CA

10 Year Anniversary PARTY
2024-11-23 19:00 - 2024-11-24 00:00 | Memento Mori, 1507 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
Thank You Los Angeles! 10 years ago we set out to find and unite some like minded friends and enjoy the strange and unusual side of art and life. We are so proud of what we have become in those years. Proud to have promoted a safe space for all since day one! Proud to have had some of the most talented local and international artists grace our gothic walls. Proud to have not given up amidst rent thirsty landlords, a pandemic, a riot, multiple break ins and theft, harassment, religious threats, and our fair share of human urine & excrement… Thanks for the continued support of our small subculture business! Thanks for spending your hard earned money with us, we don’t take that for granted! Thanks for allowing us to pursue a passion for ten years that has made our lives full! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Saturday November 23rd, at 7 PM, get your butts into the shop so we can celebrate together! Dave Bats @releasethebatsclub and all the way from NYC Sean Templar @redparty honor us, spinning the best of Post-Punk, Death Rock, Goth, Industrial and whatever the hell they want. The event is FREE!! Snacks and drinks in the back as well as giveaways all throughout the night. ALL are welcome

Sparrow Taxidermy Class
2024-11-17 11:00 - 18:00 | Memento Mori, 1507 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
We are beyond THRILLED to welcome our dear friend Divya Anantharaman back to teach taxidermy classes at the shop! Divya Anantharaman is an award winning licensed professional preserving animals with honor and compassion for clients
ranging from museums, designers, collectors, and everyday naturalists. Her specialties are birds, small mammals, and anatomic anomalies, with a select number of commissions open for pets. Her work seeks to combine the demonstrative aspect of scientific presentation with the symbolic, introspective nature of art, using taxidermy to engage diverse audiences with conservation. She is passionately curious about the untapped potential of this scientific art, and sharing it with others. Her classes seek to demystify the taxidermy process, to make the field more accessible, and to engage folks with wonder and connection to the natural world. In her commitment to conservation, she regularly volunteers with various ornithological organizations (such as the Audubon Society and NYC Plover Project). Click here to view her website
Sparrow Taxidermy Class $355
In this class, we will learn about the fascinating anatomy of birds and traditional bird taxidermy. Though chicks are vey delicate specimens, with the right guidance, they can offer a very rewarding introduction to small bird taxidermy.
Students will learn everything they need to create their very own bird taxidermy mount, from proper skinning, fleshing, degreasing/washing, and skin preparation, and spend time practicing various techniques for grooming feathers. Professionally made forms will help bring the bird to life, with special attention to fitting, hidden stitches, and how to arrange feather patterns. We will discuss and use various carding techniques and drying set ups tailored to the individual poses of each bird.
Our subject will be the English sparrow. These sparrows were brought to America to “rescue the trees from the caterpillars”, but they became prolific enough to outdo native birds, causing substantial destruction to wildlife and crops. However, the rich browns and grays are uniquely patterned, and their sharp personalities enliven our cities. Their unwavering tenacity reflects a larger truth across species, making the best of a situation they’ve found themselves in. They are one of few birds that are not protected by the MBTA, and can be legally possessed by individuals as long as local laws are followed. These sparrows are legally and sustainably sourced, no animals are harmed for the sake of taxidermy.
************Click HERE to purchase tickets***************
NEW—CLASS PAYMENT PLANS! Select Afterpay when you check out.
CLASS POLICIES – PLEASE READ
All attendees are asked to be respectful of each others boundaries, including wearing masks if requested.
For your safety and to accommodate class policy, absolutely NO gum or food of any kind in class. Drinks in a container with a lid are ok! Students can take as many breaks needed to step outside of class to eat.
NO smoking in class, including vapes, e-cigs, flavored air, or any other device. This is a safety hazard in an art studio with flammable compounds like paint, solvents, wood, and to accommodate students comfort. You can step outside to smoke as much as needed.
Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes, something you would wear for an art class or woodworking class. If you wear glasses, please bring them.
All specimens legally and sustainably sourced, no animals are harmed for the sake of taxidermy.
By signing up for class, you recognize the risks associated with a taxidermy class-working with sharp tools and practicing safe specimen handling. You agree to follow the instructors advice, and will not hold the instructor or venue liable for harm.
All students must be over 18 unless otherwise arranged for. Please email the instructor to discuss.
Please feel free to bring your own props, adornments, or items for your mount. Please do not bring your own raw specimens to the class.
Please bring a small box or bag to transport your pieces.
Please note that all specimens in class have been professionally prepared by me-from skinning, cleaning, to tanning, and only the best condition specimens are selected for students ease and enjoyability. However, as specimens have passed from natural or unavoidable causes, there may be scars, small holes, damaged bones, chipped feathers, or other slight variations that are inherent with deceased animals, especially as many animals are found dead. These are not animals killed in prime plumage, and so “perfection” is not guaranteed. Animals are unique individuals, sourcing sustainably has inherent inconsistency, so there is no guarantee of specimen color, sex, size, or other elements. My practice is based on appreciating the animal as a unique individual, and not as a trophy.
Please note, there are NO refunds unless the instructor reschedules or cancels the class. Once you purchase your ticket, your specimens, forms, and other materials are ordered and prepared. This class is part of a teaching tour, so in addition to materials, your class purchase helps cover venue and travel costs, which are also non-refundable.
Purchasing this ticket means you have read and agree to all class policies.

CLICKE HERE for tickets
This class will take place at Memento Mori at 1507 Wilcox Ave. There are pay lots available within a couple of blocks, or street/metered parking is also available. All students will also receive a 15% discount on any purchases in store before or after the class.

Mouse Taxidermy Class
2024-11-16 11:00 - 18:00 | Memento Mori, 1507 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
We are beyond THRILLED to welcome our dear friend Divya Anantharaman back to teach taxidermy classes at the shop! Divya Anantharaman is an award winning licensed professional preserving animals with honor and compassion for clients
ranging from museums, designers, collectors, and everyday naturalists. Her specialties are birds, small mammals, and anatomic anomalies, with a select number of commissions open for pets. Her work seeks to combine the demonstrative aspect of scientific presentation with the symbolic, introspective nature of art, using taxidermy to engage diverse audiences with conservation. She is passionately curious about the untapped potential of this scientific art, and sharing it with others. Her classes seek to demystify the taxidermy process, to make the field more accessible, and to engage folks with wonder and connection to the natural world. In her commitment to conservation, she regularly volunteers with various ornithological organizations (such as the Audubon Society and NYC Plover Project). Click here to view her website
Click HERE to purchase tickets
NEW—CLASS PAYMENT PLANS! Select Afterpay when you check out.
Anthropomorphic Mouse Taxidermy Class $275
Students will learn everything they need to create their very own mouse taxidermy mount, from proper skinning, degreasing/washing, to sculpting, mounting, and finishing. Students will watch a skinning and fleshing demonstration, and proceed to work with professionally cleaned and tanned skins. This will allow the students to focus on the finer details of creating a finished piece, and practice specific mounting techniques, like sculpting, fitting, and modifying a form, sewing, assembly, and grooming. We will discuss how to use reference and study anatomy for taxidermy.
Our subject will be the domestic mouse. Their beady eyes and furry feet dart across our parks, sidewalks, and sometimes our homes causing alarm, but domestic mice are loving companions doted on by many. These adorable mammals are lovely subjects for taxidermy, as many people have encountered them, and they can be posed naturalistically or anthropomorphically, depending on your preference. These mice are legally and sustainably sourced, no animals are harmed for the sake of taxidermy.
Students will go home with their custom made creations, instructions for maintaining their pieces, and newfound or nourished love of taxidermy. Mice can be posed and outfitted as the student desires, students are welcome to bring their own accessories and bases. Each student will leave class with a fully finished piece, and the knowledge to create their own pieces in the future. See examples of student work above.
CLASS POLICIES – PLEASE READ
All attendees are asked to be respectful of each others boundaries, including wearing masks if requested.
For your safety and to accommodate class policy, absolutely NO gum or food of any kind in class. Drinks in a container with a lid are ok! Students can take as many breaks needed to step outside of class to eat.
NO smoking in class, including vapes, e-cigs, flavored air, or any other device. This is a safety hazard in an art studio with flammable compounds like paint, solvents, wood, and to accommodate students comfort. You can step outside to smoke as much as needed.
Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes, something you would wear for an art class or woodworking class. If you wear glasses, please bring them.
All specimens legally and sustainably sourced, no animals are harmed for the sake of taxidermy.
By signing up for class, you recognize the risks associated with a taxidermy class-working with sharp tools and practicing safe specimen handling. You agree to follow the instructors advice, and will not hold the instructor or venue liable for harm.
All students must be over 18 unless otherwise arranged for. Please email the instructor to discuss.
Please feel free to bring your own props, adornments, or items for your mount. Please do not bring your own raw specimens to the class.
Please bring a small box or bag to transport your pieces.
Please note that all specimens in class have been professionally prepared by Divya for each student-from skinning, cleaning, to tanning, and only the best condition specimens are selected for students ease and enjoyability. However, as specimens have passed from natural or unavoidable causes, there may be scars, small holes, damaged bones, chipped feathers, or other slight variations that are inherent with deceased animals, especially as many animals are found dead. These are not animals killed in prime plumage, and so “perfection” is not guaranteed. Animals are unique individuals, sourcing sustainably has inherent inconsistency, so there is no guarantee of specimen color, sex, size, or other elements. My practice is based on appreciating the animal as a unique individual, and not as a trophy.
Please note, there are NO refunds unless the instructor reschedules or cancels the class. Once you purchase your ticket, your specimens, forms, and other materials are ordered and prepared. This class is part of a teaching tour, so in addition to materials, your class purchase helps cover venue and travel costs, which are also non-refundable.
Purchasing this ticket means you have read and agree to all class policies.
Click HERE for tickets
This class will take place at Memento Mori at 1507 Wilcox Ave. There are pay lots available within a couple of blocks, or street/metered parking is also available. All students will also receive a 15% discount on any purchases in store before or after the class.

Rabbit or Jackalope Class - Gotham Taxidermy
2024-11-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Memento Mori, 1507 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
We are beyond THRILLED to welcome our dear friend Divya Anantharaman back to teach taxidermy classes at the shop! Divya Anantharaman is an award winning licensed professional preserving animals with honor and compassion for clients ranging from museums, designers, collectors, and everyday naturalists. Her specialties are birds, small mammals, and anatomic anomalies, with a select number of
commissions open for pets. Her work seeks to combine the demonstrative aspect of scientific presentation with the symbolic, introspective nature of art, using taxidermy to engage diverse audiences with conservation. She is passionately curious about the untapped potential of this scientific art, and sharing it with others. Her classes seek to demystify the taxidermy process, to make the field more accessible, and to engage folks with wonder and connection to the natural world. In her commitment to conservation, she regularly volunteers with various ornithological organizations (such as the Audubon Society and NYC Plover Project). Click here to view her website
Rabbit or Jackalope Class $385
This class is designed for beginners to learn professional level techniques used in small mammal taxidermy. By focusing on the facial features, students will create a shoulder mount that can be affixed to a plaque or hung as is. Students will learn proper skinning and fleshing procedures, how to split, turn and position facial features, including the ears. Students will work with professionally cleaned and tanned skins, and learn the traditional methods of sculpting and carving a bust, to create a shoulder mount form. Students also have the option to create a jackalope/hybrid creature using real antler pieces, or sculpting their own. Students are also welcome to bring their own props or accessories if desired. Each student will leave class with a finished piece, and the knowledge to create their own pieces in the future. Students will go home with their custom-made creations (a starling taxidermy mount on a reusable temporary base) instructions for maintaining their pieces, and newfound or nourished love of taxidermy. All photos are student work from this class.
(This class uses domestic rabbits and not wild rabbits, so the jackalope created will not be as large as a wild rabbit. Domestic rabbits are used because they are more forgiving for beginners to handle rather than thin skinned wild rabbits)
CLICK HERE TO Purchase Tickets
NEW—CLASS PAYMENT PLANS! Select Afterpay when you check out. Select local pickup at checkout-there is no shipping needed.
CLASS POLICIES – PLEASE READ
All attendees are asked to be respectful of each others boundaries, including wearing masks if requested.
For your safety and to accommodate class policy, absolutely NO gum or food of any kind in class. Drinks in a container with a lid are ok! Students can take as many breaks needed to step outside of class to eat.
NO smoking in class, including vapes, e-cigs, flavored air, or any other device. This is a safety hazard in an art studio with flammable compounds like paint, solvents, wood, and to accommodate students comfort. You can step outside to smoke as much as needed.
Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes, something you would wear for an art class or woodworking class. If you wear glasses, please bring them.
All specimens legally and sustainably sourced, no animals are harmed for the sake of taxidermy.
By signing up for class, you recognize the risks associated with a taxidermy class-working with sharp tools and practicing safe specimen handling. You agree to follow the instructors advice, and will not hold the instructor or venue liable for harm.
All students must be over 18 unless otherwise arranged for. Please email the instructor to discuss.
Please feel free to bring your own props, adornments, or items for your mount. Please do not bring your own raw specimens to the class.
Please bring a small box or bag to transport your pieces.
Please note that all specimens in class have been professionally prepared by the instructor-from skinning, cleaning, to tanning, and only the best condition specimens are selected for students ease and enjoyability. However, as specimens have passed from natural or unavoidable causes, there may be scars, small holes, damaged bones, chipped feathers, or other slight variations that are inherent with deceased animals, especially as many animals are found dead. These are not animals killed in prime plumage, and so “perfection” is not guaranteed. Animals are unique individuals, sourcing sustainably has inherent inconsistency, so there is no guarantee of specimen color, sex, size, or other elements. Divya’s practice is based on appreciating the animal as a unique individual, and not as a trophy.
Please note, there are NO refunds unless the instructor reschedules or cancels the class. Once you purchase your ticket, your specimens, forms, and other materials are ordered and prepared. This class is part of a teaching tour, so in addition to materials, your class purchase helps cover venue and travel costs, which are also non-refundable.
Purchasing this ticket means you have read and agree to all class policies.

Click HERE to purchase ticket
This class will take place at Memento Mori at 1507 Wilcox Ave. There are pay lots available within a couple of blocks, or street/metered parking is also available. All students will also receive a 15% discount on any purchases in store before or after the class.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Sacramento, CA
2024-10-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Cal Expo – The Pavilion, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, United States
Sacramento! We are coming for YOU! Come on our and see us as we bring Memento Mori to Sacramento for the 1st time!

For Lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre…

DATE: Saturday, 10/26 AND Sunday 10/27 2024
TIME: Saturday 10AM – 6PM and Sunday 10AM – 4PM
LOCATION: Cal Expo – The Pavilion Sacramento, CA
ENTRY COST: $10 advance / $15 days of
Kids 12 and under free (no ticket needed)

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. They truly have something weird for everyone at their shows. All items you see at their shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of the curated vendors, they also host sideshow performers on stage all throughout day AND the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo.
