Guests who have enjoyed Dickens of a Mystery dinner theatre performances the past four years have a new entertaining evening to look forward to Nov. 7 in the Ohio Historical Center, 1982 Velma Ave.

Loosely based upon the popular mysteries of the 1930s and 40, Mayhem and Mystery in the Museum combines eccentric characters, a dinner buffet, audience participation and a little history mixed in to create a fun evening that ends with a surprise.

The scenario centers around the fictitious necklace of the Mummy Princess. The Chief Curator, Ima Ghetinstuf, will unveil the necklace after dinner. Recently discovered in a long-forgotten box, the necklace is said to have mysterious powers.

Also in attendance for the evening are museum supporters Madam Alotta Doe and Maximillion Buchs, as well as the curator’s secretary, Miss Fanny Funbottom and museum custodian Dusty Ruggs. Each guest will receive an identity of their own to assume for the evening and become a part of the story as they attempt to separate truth from fiction and solve the mystery. The entire museum becomes the stage as guests search for clues and questions the characters and each other.

The evening begins with a social hour at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner and concludes with the unveiling of the necklace and the ensuing mystery. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-686-6124. Admission is $60 for adults and $50 for Ohio Historical Society members.

For more information, visit www.ohiohistory.org/calendar.