This Halloween marks 99 years since the death of legendary magician Harry Houdini, and in Appleton, the city he once called home, preparations are underway for a yearlong celebration called "The Year of Houdini."

Watch Kyle Langellier's full broadcast story here: Appleton launches 'Year of Houdini' celebration leading up to 100th anniversary of his death

"Houdini considered Appleton to be his hometown," said Dustin Mack, director of the History Museum at the Castle.

Although Houdini wasn't born in Appleton, he claimed to be. From the ages of 4 to 8, his first memories were formed in the Fox Valley neighborhoods.

"It was really an idyllic time for his family, he felt very comfortable here, and for that reason, he always had this connection with Appleton, and he kept coming back," Mac

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