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Celebrating Auntie Mame: The Novel That Taught Us to Live, Live, Live!

On January 21, 1955, the literary world was introduced to one of its most unforgettable characters: Auntie Mame. Patrick Dennis’s rollicking novel, Auntie Mame: An Irreverent Escapade, became an instant bestseller, enchanting readers with its outrageous humor, sparkling wit, and heartfelt message about embracing life’s adventures with open arms. Auntie Mame Dennis is the flamboyant, […]

The Real Auntie Mame

This is one in a series of posts marking the 50th anniversary of the designation of the Greenwich Village Historic District. Click here to check out our year-long activities and celebrations. The kooky, sparkling Auntie Mame — the central character of Patrick Dennis’ beloved novel of the same name — burst into popular culture the […]