Mysteries at the Museum Season 6 Episode 4 Funhouse Mummy, Playboy's Gold
- TV-PG
- January 23, 2014
- 42 min
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In season 6 episode 4 of Mysteries at the Museum, viewers follow host Don Wildman as he explores two intriguing mysteries: Funhouse Mummy and Playboy's Gold.
The episode kicks off with the story of Funhouse Mummy, a bizarre and macabre tale that takes place in the early 20th century. The episode takes viewers back to the 1900s when funhouses – that housed odd, interactive attractions – were popular in amusement parks across America. One day in 1976, workers at an abandoned Long Beach, California funhouse stumbled upon something that would become known as the Funhouse Mummy.
In this segment, viewers learn about the strange and shocking discovery of a mummified human body inside an old funhouse attraction. As Wildman delves deeper into the story, he uncovers the identity of the mummy and the shocking circumstances surrounding its discovery. He also uncovers a fascinating and little-known fact about the use of mummies in the early days of the movie industry.
Next up is Playboy's Gold, a story that takes viewers on a journey back to the 1960s and 1970s, when the Playboy Club was the hottest spot in town and the man behind it all was none other than Hugh Hefner. Wildman tells the story of the legendary Playboy Bunny and how the iconic symbol of the Playboy Club was a symbol of female empowerment during a time when women were fighting for equal rights.
Viewers also learn about the fascinating history of Playboy's Gold, a rare and valuable mineral that was discovered in the Colorado Rockies in the early 1960s. Wildman tells the story of how the mineral was acquired by Hugh Hefner and used to create a custom-designed Playboy key that was given to some of the most notorious and famous celebrities of the day.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to expert insights and surprising facts about the two mysteries featured. Wildman's engaging storytelling style and access to rare archival material makes this episode a must-watch for fans of history and mystery alike.
Overall, season 6 episode 4 of Mysteries at the Museum is a fascinating and engaging look at two intriguing mysteries from America's past. With Wildman as their guide, viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they learn about the strange and unusual stories behind the Funhouse Mummy and Playboy's Gold.