The Steampunk Explorer

“Simply Steampunk”

This juried art exhibition is tied to the Morris Museum’s Murtogh D. Guinness Collection

Staff Report | Feb 20, 2019

The Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey plans a March 15 opening for “Simply Steampunk,” a juried exhibition featuring 18 kinetic sculptures by 12 artists. Running through August 11, it’s the second installment in the “Cache of Kinetic Art” series.

“Almost Like a Stagecoach”

Inspired by The Wild Wild West, David Carlyle transforms horse trailers into small homes

Staff Report | Feb 18, 2019

Photo Gallery: An ill-fated business venture led a semi-retired landscape architect to a pastime converting old horse trailers into Victorian-style homes on wheels. David Carlyle calls it a hobby, but he’s sold the trailers for about $30,000 each.

Steampunk Digest - Feb. 15, 2019

Our weekly roundup of news and other happenings in the steampunk world

Staff Report | Feb 15, 2019

Scenes from Whitby Steampunk Weekend; New edition of Carriger’s Competence; Art installation in Malaysia; Hulu goes to the 1893 World’s Fair; International Darwin Day; Lots of Kickstarters and steampunk events.

Clockwork Alchemy Returns to SF

“Carousel of Clockwork” is this year’s theme for the steampunk convention in California

Staff Report | Feb 11, 2019

Singer-songwriter Aurelio Voltaire, steampunk maker David Lee, and authors Pip Ballantine and Tee Morris are the headline guests slated for Clockwork Alchemy, which returns March 22-24 to Burlingame, California.

Steampunk Digest - Feb. 8, 2019

Our weekly roundup of news and other happenings in the steampunk world

Staff Report | Feb 8, 2019

Harvester of Dreams; New edition of H.G. Wells novels; Debut novel from Phoebe Darqueling; Own the magazine that introduced Sherlock Holmes; Robotic Rodeo draws TV coverage; New Kickstarters; Weekend events . . . and more.

History Meets Sci-Fi at AnachroCon

Steampunk is a big part of the mix as the convention celebrates its 10th anniversary

Staff Report | Feb 5, 2019

Makers Thomas Dean Willeford and James Neathery will be among the guests at AnachroCon, a celebration of “history both real and imagined,” Feb. 15-17 in Atlanta. The event will include panels, vendors, entertainment, and more.

Welcome

The Steampunk Explorer is an online magazine and resource directory for steampunk enthusiasts and creators. You'll find stories about people, places and events in the steampunk world, as well as guides to retail outlets, museums, galleries, eateries, and other attractions in 36 North American regions, with more to come. We also have several pages of resources for artists, writers, and people with an interest in 19th century history. The site launched in March 2018 and is currently in public beta (meaning "please excuse our dust"). Read more. . .