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Why Do People Carve Pumpkins, Dress Up for Halloween?

October 28, 2010 7:01 AM | Videos


Ever wonder why people carve pumpkins on Halloween? Or where the idea of dressing up in costumes came from? Many people have probably asked these questions, because the University of Manitoba went to find out.

History professor Gerry Bowler — known for researching history and traditions behind holidays — took the time to explain the origins of the mysteries surrounding Halloween.

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