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Disappearance in Devil’s Den

The Story of Mary Katherine Van Alst
2026-06-16 17:00:00 2026-06-16 18:00:00 America/Chicago Disappearance in Devil’s Den This program explores the 1946 disappearance of Katherine Van Alst from her family’s Devil’s Den campsite and subsequent reappearance days later. Fayetteville Public Library - Walker Community Room (3rd Floor)

Tuesday, June 16
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-16 17:00:00 2026-06-16 18:00:00 America/Chicago Disappearance in Devil’s Den This program explores the 1946 disappearance of Katherine Van Alst from her family’s Devil’s Den campsite and subsequent reappearance days later. Fayetteville Public Library - Walker Community Room (3rd Floor)

Fayetteville Public Library

Walker Community Room (3rd Floor)

This program explores the 1946 disappearance of Katherine Van Alst from her family’s Devil’s Den campsite and subsequent reappearance days later.

For disability accommodations, call 479.856.7250 or email questions@faylib.org 2-3 weekdays before a program. Plan your visit by viewing our building map and details on accessibility services.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Talks & Lectures |

TAGS: | mystery | local history | genealogy |

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