Mysteries at the Museum Season 3 Episode 20 Most Notorious
- September 25, 2012
In Mysteries at the Museum season 3 episode 20, titled "Most Notorious," host Don Wildman takes viewers on a journey through some of history's most infamous figures and events. From the Wild West to the Roaring Twenties, this episode explores artifacts that shed light on some of the darkest moments in history.
The first segment focuses on the notorious outlaw Billy the Kid. Wildman visits the New Mexico state capitol to see a rare document signed by the Kid himself, which gives a glimpse into his life and criminal activity. He then heads to Lincoln, New Mexico, where he examines an old jail cell that held the Kid before his eventual escape and capture.
Next, Wildman delves into the story of the infamous Black Dahlia murder, one of Hollywood's most infamous unsolved cases. He travels to the Los Angeles Police Museum to see a collection of evidence from the case, including the victim's purse and personal effects. Wildman also speaks with a retired police detective who worked on the case and shares some fascinating insights.
The third segment takes viewers to the Chicago History Museum, where Wildman explores the Prohibition era and the rise of notorious gangster Al Capone. He examines a tommy gun, a rare artifact from Capone's criminal empire, and then heads to a speakeasy where he learns about the social and cultural impact of Prohibition on the city.
In the final segment, Wildman takes viewers to Washington, D.C. to learn about the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. He visits Ford's Theatre, where Lincoln was shot, and examines artifacts from that fateful night, including the coat Lincoln was wearing and a bloodstained pillow. Wildman also visits the Peterson House, where Lincoln was taken after the shooting, to see a makeshift surgical table and other medical tools used to try to save the President's life.
Throughout the episode, Wildman adds his own insights and commentary, providing context and background on the events and people at the center of each story. With its mix of history and mystery, "Most Notorious" is a gripping and informative episode of Mysteries at the Museum.