The History of Tarot and Playing Cards

Discover the fascinating, interconnected history of tarot and standard playing cards in this engaging exploration of our favorite tabletop pastimes. Together we will trace their shared lineage back to 14th-century Europe, revealing how a single deck format split into everyday gaming cards and symbolic tarot trumps. Along the way we'll discuss historic military campaigns, Renaissance artwork, secret societies, and Dominican monks! Join us and see how these cards evolved from elite parlor games into tools for divination and modern pop culture, and why their imagery continues to captivate us today.

There will be a raffle for tarot and oracle decks.