Friday January 6, 10:00 am
A Walk Down Memory Lane: 1950s
Join us for a guided reminiscence of the postwar era and let music, images and memorabilia of the 1950’s transport you back in time!
Adults. Registration required. Meeting Room 1.
(This monthly series will feature historical artifacts and memorabilia within different themes and time periods.)
Thursday, January 12, 7:00 pm
Finding Your Ancestors in European Church Records
Church records are some of the most valuable and easily found sources for genealogical research. Using records from Switzerland and Germany as case studies, the presenter will demonstrate the goldmine of information such records can reveal. The presentation will include tips for finding records for European towns.
Adults. Meeting Room 1.
Tuesday, January 17, 7:00 pm
Author event – Steve Sheinkin, “Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team”
A Young Adult Event Presented by the Reading Garden Event Series. Steve Sheinkin is an award-winning author of fast-paced, cinematic nonfiction histories for young readers. His newest book tells the story of Native American super athlete Jim Thorpe and his indomitable football coach Pop Warner.
All ages. Meeting Room 1.
Friday, February 3, 10:00 am
A Walk Down Memory Lane: Dancing Through the Decades
Join us for a guided reminiscence of dance crazes through the decades.
Adults. Registration required. Meeting Room 1.
Friday, February 10, 2:00 pm
Adeline
Join us as master storyteller and author Gladys Caines-Coggswell, tells us the story about Adeline, a slave in Savannah, Missouri. Adaline was present to hear Abraham Lincoln debate political opponent Stephen Douglas and was freed after the Civil War yet she chose to stay with the family to which she had been sold. This performance is presented by the Missouri Humanities Council.
Adults. Meeting Room 1. Registration requested.
Wednesday, February 22, 2:00 pm
The Bill of Rights and You!
Special guest speakers from the University of Missouri discuss the Bill of Rights, including its importance, history, implementation and impact today.
Topic: Why Alexander Hamilton Thought a Bill of Rights was Dangerous (And Why Nobody Believed Him)
Speaker: Jay Dow, Professor, Department of Political Science
Teens and Adults. Meeting Room 1. Registration requested.
Friday, March 10, 2:00 p.m
The Inspiring History of the Irish in St. Louis
Follow the moving account of St. Louis’ Irish immigrants in their struggle to survive bigotry and discrimination. Hear stories about the gangs in the Kerry Patch, the first Irish millionaires, the courageous firefighter Phelim O’Toole and other unforgettable figures. This history talk is presented by Bev Schuetz.
Adults. Meeting Room 1.
Wednesday, April 26, 2:00 pm
Walking in St. Louis 1875
What did the St. Louis neighborhoods look like in 1875? What was the slang, what were the homes and businesses, and what did St. Louisans do for fun? Get answers to all these questions and more with a unique perspective of St. Louis in a single year of its history. This program is presented by the Missouri History Museum. (Andrew Wanko)
Adults. Meeting Room 1.
Friday, June 16, 2017 2:00 pm
Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis
From Route 66’s founding to its continued importance today, St.Louis and Missouri have always been important stops on America’s most iconic road. In this talk you will see some of the memorable sights and hear some wonderful stories from the Mother Road in St. Louis. This program is presented by the Missouri History Museum.
