LAKE GENEVA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Poe at the Point: An October Full‑Moon Sunset Cruise to Black Point Estate
A 3‑hour sunset cruise on Lake Geneva that ends with live dramatic readings of Edgar Allan Poe by author Joshua Rex at the historic Black Point Estate—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Poe at the Point: An October Full‑Moon Sunset Cruise to Black Point Estate.
Against the flattened light of a Lake Geneva sunset, guests board a short cruise that lands them at the shaded porch and parlor of Black Point Estate for an evening of literature and low‑light exploration. The outing pairs a guided dusk passage on the water with live dramatic readings of Poe’s best‑known tales, a moderated question‑and‑answer, and a chance to see the estate’s first floor after dark beneath the October full moon—an experience framed for fans of history, mystery, and classic literature.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dramatic readings by Joshua Rex
Author Joshua Rex delivers staged readings in the Black Point parlor, performing Poe staples including The Mask of the Red Death, The Tell‑Tale Heart and The Raven, followed by a question‑and‑answer session with the audience.
Black Point Estate after dark
The program moves into the historic rooms of Black Point Estate: readings take place in the parlor, and guests are invited to explore the estate’s first floor after the performance, illuminated by evening light.
Sunset cruise and October full moon
The experience begins with a sunset tour on Lake Geneva and concludes with a cruise back to the Riviera under the glow of the October full moon, framing the night with shoreline views and lake air.
What the day feels like
How the night unfolds
The evening is a compact three‑hour sequence: an early sunset passage on Lake Geneva, landing at Black Point Estate for staged readings and an audience Q&A, a brief period for after‑dark exploration of the estate’s first floor, and a return cruise to the Riviera timed with the October full moon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing lasts 3 hours.
Guests meet at 812 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
No specific gear list is provided in the source; contact the operator for recommendations about evening or lake‑side attire.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Poe at the Point experience?
The tour and program last 3 hours.
Where do guests meet for the cruise?
The meeting location is 812 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
Who performs the readings at Black Point Estate?
Author Joshua Rex delivers the dramatic readings in the estate parlor.
Which Poe stories are performed?
The program includes readings of The Mask of the Red Death, The Tell‑Tale Heart, and The Raven.
Is there an opportunity to ask questions or explore the estate?
Yes—after the readings there is a question‑and‑answer session, and guests may explore the first floor of Black Point Estate after dark.
When does the cruise return to shore?
Guests cruise back to the Riviera after the estate portion of the evening, under the October full moon.