Burn the Witches: Scottish Witch Hunts of the 1500s -1700s

The Scottish Witch Hunts of the 1500s-1700s saw the accusations, tortures, and many deaths of some 6,000-8,000 people, 80% of which were women. This Master's level lecture presents the witch hunts against the context of Scotland during the heated Protestant Reformation, the fall of magic with the rise of academia during the Enlightenment, and the impact of religious extremists during times of national instability. Participants will learn the motivations and methodologies used to hunt and torture the women. Costumes are welcome / encouraged.

Please note: This lecture includes discussions of sensitive topics and is recommended for mature audiences.

More about the presenter:  Howdy! My name is Leigh Larson, I'm a web and graphic designer that loves talking about history. I moved to Great Falls with my dog, Professor Huckleberry. I have a year left of my Masters in Theological Studies and enjoy public speaking and sharing interesting and entertaining information with my community. I have written children's books, narrated by Professor Huckleberry, based on our camping road trips in America's national parks.