Why Are Mazes & Labyrinths Important?
Since ancient times, mazes have served as important spaces for people to play, pray, ensnare, and escape. Partnering with my friends over at Atlas Obscura, I will be winding through the history of these ancient paths and puzzles—from Dedalus’s maze built to hold the minotaur to the Egyptian labyrinth near the City of Crocodiles. Along the way, we’ll explore the many myths that have informed the world of portals and passages and the trances they were said to induce. We’ll also examine how mazes have helped us make sense of our world, and draw from mythology, history, and psychology to explore what it might mean for us to move toward the center. This 3-part experience begins on December 5, 2023. Click here to sign up.
