Brooke Smith returns to Buffalo Bill’s House for Silence of the Lambs anniversary event

Brooke Smith will return to Buffalo Bill’s House in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania, for a 35th-anniversary weekend tied to The Silence of the Lambs. The September 18-20, 2026 event includes guided house tours, autograph sessions and the first on-site screening of the film with a live Q&A.

Why it matters: - Brooke Smith’s return gives fans a rare anniversary event centered on the real film location used for the climax of The Silence of the Lambs. - The weekend combines access to the house, a live appearance by Smith and a one-night screening, turning the property into a destination event for film fans.

What happened: - Buffalo Bill’s House in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania, announced a 35th-anniversary event for The Silence of the Lambs. - Brooke Smith, who played Catherine Martin in the 1991 film, will visit the property for the weekend of September 18-20, 2026. - The property will host guided house tours, autograph signings, photo opportunities and an exclusive film screening with Smith. - Chris Rowan, owner of Buffalo Bill’s House, will host the Q&A session.

The details: - The Silence of the Lambs will screen on the grounds of the house for the first time on Saturday, September 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. - The screening includes a live Q&A with Brooke Smith. - Guests can buy autographs and photos during meet-and-greet sessions across the weekend. - Tour guests receive a full guided tour of Buffalo Bill’s House and can meet Brooke Smith during the experience. - Brooke Smith will sign 8x10 photos and memorabilia. - An additional “in the well” photo option pairs Brooke Smith with the house’s replica well set. - The weekend tour schedule includes three guided tours with Brooke on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. - Friday tour times are 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1 p.m.-3 p.m. and 4 p.m.-6 p.m. - Saturday tour times are 9 a.m.-11 a.m., 12 p.m.-2 p.m. and 3 p.m.-5 p.m. - Sunday tour times are 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1 p.m.-3 p.m. and 4 p.m.-6 p.m. - A VIP ticket includes both the guided tour and the screening with Q&A. - VIP ticket holders also receive a Buffalo Bill’s House merchandise goodie bag. - Tickets are available at tickets and event details. - Regular Halloween weekend house tours are also scheduled for October 23-25, with details at regular tour information.

Between the lines: - Buffalo Bill’s House is leaning into immersive fandom, using recreated movie spaces, themed photos and collectibles to expand the event beyond a standard house tour. - Chris Rowan called the Brooke Smith weekend a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” framing the event as an intimate experience for cinephiles. - The house’s basement includes an interactive well set built in partnership with special effects artist Tom Savini and Douglas Education Center. - The replica well was built by faculty and students from Tom Savini’s Special Make-Up Effects Program. - The basement also features “Buffalo Bill’s Workshop of Horrors,” a recreated dance set with a vintage Singer sewing machine, disco ball, mannequins, a mirror and a Buffalo Bill-style kimono. - The attic space, called “Buffalo Bill’s Playhouse,” includes an 800-plus title DVD and VHS film library and classic arcade games. - The property sells themed merchandise, including clothing, mugs, hats, pins, lip balm, plush dogs, tote bags and bumper stickers. - Limited real taxidermy Death’s-Head Moths framed with a Buffalo Bill’s House backdrop are also for sale.

What’s next: - Buffalo Bill’s House is offering a summer sale on overnight stays with 20% off automatically applied for two-night or longer bookings. - Guests can claim the discount by calling 1.833.BUFFBILL or emailing stay@buffalobillshouse.com. - The property remains a private rental with exclusive use for booked guests and a maximum of eight guests.

The bottom line: - The Brooke Smith weekend turns Buffalo Bill’s House into a limited-run fan experience built around one of the film’s most recognizable locations and its most memorable survivor.