Thursday, August 11, 2011

The Electric Chair - Halloween prop

One question I get asked often as a Haunted House owner is " What is your favorite prop or animatronics?" And it's like asking a parent what kid is their favorite! However I have to admit the classic "Electric Chair" makes my top 10 list year after year.



In 1881, - Dr. Albert Southwick, a dentist and former steamboat engineer, sees elderly drunkard touch terminals of electrical generator in Buffalo, New York. He is amazed at how quickly and apparently painlessly the man is killed and describes episode to friend State Senator David McMillan.



Currently the Boneyard houses a total of five electric chairs. one of the chairs has been imported from Europe. Originally manufactured as a arcade style novelty, the chair has been restored and updated with modern electronics. And is currently available for customers. Read More.


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