Are you guys looking for suggestions for the live music on Saturday, or do you already have someone in mind? I know an awesome band that's from Madison who'd probably be perfect. As a bonus I know they're geeks & huge Neil Gaiman fans. If you want the info I can send you their contact info and links to their music.
We've been getting a few questions about the band that will be performing at the gathering. If you know any local or regional bands that would be suitable, send the information to thehouseontherockblog@gmail.com
I'm so excited about this event. Can you tell us how many tickets are being sold? I'm sure you have space for lots of folks, but I hope it won't be *too* crowded. Also, will Neil be signing/selling books?
I wish I could afford to buy a ticket now! I'm afraid that by the time I can afford it later this summer it will be completely sold out. :(
The plan is that there will be books available, and Neil will be signing books.
We've been getting a lot of inquiries about the number of tickets left--not to worry, there are PLENTY of event tickets left. In addition, area accommodations are still available, so if you didn't get a Resort or Inn package, you're still in luck.
Finally, if you have any questions about your reservations you have already made, please contact the Inn or Resort.
--HOTR
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Recent Comments
Can't wait to see what is being served for dinner at the banquet. A banquet fit for the Gods! And I trust Mead will be served at the bar. Maybe a shuttle bus could be hired to take groups from/to the airport. If all passengers split the cost it would be cheaper and nicer for the environment than having everyone renting all of those cars. Another idea would be to arrange carpools over Twitter or FB.
We have a local brewer working on the Mead. As far as carpools are concerned, I suggest you go to the Low Key Gathering Facebook page where there are a lot of fan contacts going on.
Are any schedule details available, as far as start and end times? That would definitely help with travel booking...
The schedule is still under construction. Friday is an open-tour of HOTR with Neil's readings scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. The Saturday panels begin in the morning and last into the afternoon. The costume party begins at 6:00 p.m. and lasts until midnight.
-HOTR
We have a local brewer working on the Mead. As far as carpools are concerned, I suggest you go to the Low Key Gathering Facebook page where there are a lot of fan contacts going on.
Are any schedule details available, as far as start and end times? That would definitely help with travel booking...
The schedule is still under construction. Friday is an open-tour of HOTR with Neil's readings scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. The Saturday panels begin in the morning and last into the afternoon. The costume party begins at 6:00 p.m. and lasts until midnight.
-HOTR
Friday, April 9, 2010
Inn and Resort Packages Sold Out
The Inn and Resort weekend packages are completely sold out. However, plenty of event memberships are still available and there are still many accommodations available in the area.
Event Only--$115 (includes sales tax):
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
1 ticket to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
1 membership for Saturday program and panels
1 ticket to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 1 raffle ticket)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-334-5275 or 608-935-3639 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central Time. Tickets are only available over the phone. Limit 4 per transaction. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Guests must show photo ID to pick up event ticket packets.
Just a reminder, the Saturday night event-only tickets (including food stations) will be $75 and will go on sale at a later date.
--HOTR
Event Only--$115 (includes sales tax):
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
1 ticket to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
1 membership for Saturday program and panels
1 ticket to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 1 raffle ticket)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-334-5275 or 608-935-3639 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central Time. Tickets are only available over the phone. Limit 4 per transaction. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Guests must show photo ID to pick up event ticket packets.
Just a reminder, the Saturday night event-only tickets (including food stations) will be $75 and will go on sale at a later date.
--HOTR
Recent Comments
Is there a call for papers for the panels, or will it be special invitation/bigwigs only?
Any news on the Call for Papers? As a lit prof who teaches Neil Gaiman (and lives in south-central Wisconsin, I am very much interested in participating!
Thanks for your interest in the panels! Check out the Low Key Gathering's Facebook page for questions specifically related to the panels or discussions.
Just saw someone commenting to Neil Gaiman on Twitter that they'd been told the Inn package was booked up already...say it ain't so!!
It's so. However, we still have plenty event tickets available, and there are still accommodations in the surrounding area. You can see the contact information for the area hotels in this post.
I have a really stupid question-where would one fly into for this and how far is it from the House on the Rock (should I rent a car as well?) Thanks.
The nearest airport is Madison. It's about 45 minutes away from The House on the Rock; all the major car rental agencies are available at the airport.
--HOTR
Any news on the Call for Papers? As a lit prof who teaches Neil Gaiman (and lives in south-central Wisconsin, I am very much interested in participating!
Thanks for your interest in the panels! Check out the Low Key Gathering's Facebook page for questions specifically related to the panels or discussions.
Just saw someone commenting to Neil Gaiman on Twitter that they'd been told the Inn package was booked up already...say it ain't so!!
It's so. However, we still have plenty event tickets available, and there are still accommodations in the surrounding area. You can see the contact information for the area hotels in this post.
I have a really stupid question-where would one fly into for this and how far is it from the House on the Rock (should I rent a car as well?) Thanks.
The nearest airport is Madison. It's about 45 minutes away from The House on the Rock; all the major car rental agencies are available at the airport.
--HOTR
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Event Packages On Sale Now!
The House on the Rock is pleased to announce that a special celebration for the fans of American Gods will take place on Friday, October 29th and Saturday, October 30th, 2010. Here's what is planned:
Friday, Oct. 29th: Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
On Friday night Neil Gaiman will be doing selected readings and answering questions after.
Saturday, Oct. 30th:
Program and panel discussions will take place all day Saturday. Specifics will be announced closer to the event.
Saturday night: Gathering of the Gods Costume Party at The House on the Rock Attraction featuring a charity raffle for rides on the Carousel. Food stations are included in the ticket price. There will be a cash bar and live music. Neil Gaiman will judge the best costumes and winners will be awarded with a Carousel ride.
Scavenger Hunt:
Guests will be provided with a map of the area and clues leading to some places mentioned in American Gods where visitors will be able to collect scavenger hunt tokens. Included with the scavenger hunt map will be coupons for discounted food or merchandise at various locations. Prizes will be awarded for the most tokens collected.
Available Event Packages:
[The packages shown are based on two people in a standard king or double queen room at both the Resort and the Inn. Packages are customizable based on the number of people and room type. For additional rates, please call the numbers listed.]
Resort (This package is currently sold out)--$539 (plus 5.5% sales tax) for two includes:
Fri/Sat night stay at The House on the Rock Resort for two
Breakfast Buffet for two on Sat/Sun
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
2 tickets to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
2 memberships for Saturday program and panels
2 tickets to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 2 raffle tickets)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-822-7774 or 608-588-7000. A $100 deposit will be required at time of reservation and will be nonrefundable after September 1st. A 2nd $100 deposit will be automatically charged on October 1, 2010, and will be nonrefundable after October 26, 2010.
Inn--(The Inn package is currently sold out.)
$449 (plus 5.5% sales tax) for two includes:
Fri/Sat night stay at Inn in a deluxe double queen room (continental breakfast included in room rate)
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
2 tickets to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
2 memberships for Saturday program and panels
2 tickets to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 2 raffle tickets)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 888-935-3960, 800-822-7774 or 608-935.3639. A $100 deposit will be required at time of reservation and will be nonrefundable after September 1st. A 2nd $100 deposit will be automatically charged on October 1, 2010, and will be nonrefundable after October 26, 2010.
Event Only--$115 (includes sales tax):
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
1 ticket to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
1 membership for Saturday program and panels
1 ticket to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 1 raffle ticket)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-334-5275 or 608-935-3639 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central Time. Tickets are only available over the phone. Limit 4 per transaction. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Guests must show photo ID to pick up event ticket packets.
Saturday night event-only tickets (including food stations) will be $75 and will go on sale at a later date.
If your package or ticket does not include a hotel, you may be interested in one of the Dodgeville or Spring Green area hotels:
Don Q Inn: 800-666-7848 (per night $89.95 plus sales tax)
Super 8: 800-800-8000 (per night $78.88 single, $88.88 double, plus sales tax)
Best Western: 800-WESTERN (per night $109.00 one bed, $119.90 two beds, plus sales tax)
Round Barn: 608-588-2568 ($62.50 if staying one night, $54.00 two night minimum, plus sales tax) Special rate for American Gods fans
Spring Valley Inn: 608-588-7828 (per night $98.00 single, $108.00 double two night minimum, plus sales tax)
Usonian Inn: 877-876-6426 (per night $88.00 for 1-4 people, plus sales tax)
Spring Green Motel: 888-647-4410 (per night $65.00 one bed and $89.00 two beds, plus sales tax)
For bed and breakfast accomodations or more area information, visit http://www.springgreen.com and http://www.dodgeville.com
-The House on the Rock
Friday, Oct. 29th: Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
On Friday night Neil Gaiman will be doing selected readings and answering questions after.
Saturday, Oct. 30th:
Program and panel discussions will take place all day Saturday. Specifics will be announced closer to the event.
Saturday night: Gathering of the Gods Costume Party at The House on the Rock Attraction featuring a charity raffle for rides on the Carousel. Food stations are included in the ticket price. There will be a cash bar and live music. Neil Gaiman will judge the best costumes and winners will be awarded with a Carousel ride.
Scavenger Hunt:
Guests will be provided with a map of the area and clues leading to some places mentioned in American Gods where visitors will be able to collect scavenger hunt tokens. Included with the scavenger hunt map will be coupons for discounted food or merchandise at various locations. Prizes will be awarded for the most tokens collected.
Available Event Packages:
[The packages shown are based on two people in a standard king or double queen room at both the Resort and the Inn. Packages are customizable based on the number of people and room type. For additional rates, please call the numbers listed.]
Resort (This package is currently sold out)--$539 (plus 5.5% sales tax) for two includes:
Fri/Sat night stay at The House on the Rock Resort for two
Breakfast Buffet for two on Sat/Sun
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
2 tickets to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
2 memberships for Saturday program and panels
2 tickets to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 2 raffle tickets)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-822-7774 or 608-588-7000. A $100 deposit will be required at time of reservation and will be nonrefundable after September 1st. A 2nd $100 deposit will be automatically charged on October 1, 2010, and will be nonrefundable after October 26, 2010.
Inn--(The Inn package is currently sold out.)
$449 (plus 5.5% sales tax) for two includes:
Fri/Sat night stay at Inn in a deluxe double queen room (continental breakfast included in room rate)
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
2 tickets to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
2 memberships for Saturday program and panels
2 tickets to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 2 raffle tickets)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 888-935-3960, 800-822-7774 or 608-935.3639. A $100 deposit will be required at time of reservation and will be nonrefundable after September 1st. A 2nd $100 deposit will be automatically charged on October 1, 2010, and will be nonrefundable after October 26, 2010.
Event Only--$115 (includes sales tax):
Unlimited access to The House on the Rock Attraction Fri-Sun (normal 1 day admission $28.50)
1 ticket to Friday night Neil Gaiman Reading and Q&A
1 membership for Saturday program and panels
1 ticket to Saturday night event (includes food stations and 1 raffle ticket)
Scavenger Hunt Map and Discounts
Call 800-334-5275 or 608-935-3639 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central Time. Tickets are only available over the phone. Limit 4 per transaction. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Guests must show photo ID to pick up event ticket packets.
Saturday night event-only tickets (including food stations) will be $75 and will go on sale at a later date.
If your package or ticket does not include a hotel, you may be interested in one of the Dodgeville or Spring Green area hotels:
Don Q Inn: 800-666-7848 (per night $89.95 plus sales tax)
Super 8: 800-800-8000 (per night $78.88 single, $88.88 double, plus sales tax)
Best Western: 800-WESTERN (per night $109.00 one bed, $119.90 two beds, plus sales tax)
Round Barn: 608-588-2568 ($62.50 if staying one night, $54.00 two night minimum, plus sales tax) Special rate for American Gods fans
Spring Valley Inn: 608-588-7828 (per night $98.00 single, $108.00 double two night minimum, plus sales tax)
Usonian Inn: 877-876-6426 (per night $88.00 for 1-4 people, plus sales tax)
Spring Green Motel: 888-647-4410 (per night $65.00 one bed and $89.00 two beds, plus sales tax)
For bed and breakfast accomodations or more area information, visit http://www.springgreen.com and http://www.dodgeville.com
-The House on the Rock
Sunday, March 7, 2010
American Gods Comes to House on the Rock
The House on the Rock has long been known to fans of popular fantasy writer Neil Gaiman. His fourth novel, American Gods, depicts the world’s largest carousel at The House on the Rock as a portal into the mind of Odin, the “All-Father” and a central figure in the story. Since the book’s publication in 2001, countless fans have visited The House on the Rock to relive the scene, and in the fall of 2010 The House on the Rock will attract many more.
As announced in January on Neil Gaiman’s website, The House on the Rock is planning a special celebration for the fans of American Gods. The event is centered on Halloween weekend (the 29th and 30th of October) and is to include literary panels and discussions, a presentation by Gaiman himself, a limited number of Carousel rides and a costume party focused on all things American Gods. Watch this space--The House on the Rock’s new official event blog--for updates...and start working on those costumes!
-The House on the Rock
As announced in January on Neil Gaiman’s website, The House on the Rock is planning a special celebration for the fans of American Gods. The event is centered on Halloween weekend (the 29th and 30th of October) and is to include literary panels and discussions, a presentation by Gaiman himself, a limited number of Carousel rides and a costume party focused on all things American Gods. Watch this space--The House on the Rock’s new official event blog--for updates...and start working on those costumes!
-The House on the Rock
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