Join us for an afternoon of fellowship and fun at The Club! This FREE event, sponsored by Solarbron and American Senior Communities, is open to all adults and takes place from 11 am to 1 pm on the first Friday of every month at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science.
The August Club, meeting on Friday, August 2nd, features a special presentation by Dr James MacLeod, Professor of History at the University of Evansville. He will be speaking about his new book Lost Evansville. The presentation will begin at 11:15 am. Signed copies of Lost Evansville will be available for purchase from Dr. MacLeod at $26.50.
In addition, you can join us in the Art Corner for Adults anytime from 11 am to 1 pm. This month’s activity to be announced
About the Presentation
1945 to 1975 was one of the most transformational periods in American history, and it changed Evansville forever. This presentation examines the numerous massive changes that took place to the physical appearance of the city, before describing the “lost history” of the life changing struggle over Civil Rights that happened in Evansville. In this captivating and fast-paced lecture, illustrated with over 80 images, award-winning Evansville historian Dr James MacLeod tells the fascinating story of Evansville in a time of profound change.
About the Speaker
Dr James MacLeod is the author of four books and over 30 other scholarly publications. In 2016 he wrote and co-produced a 2-part documentary on Evansville in World War II for WNIN PBS titled Evansville at War. MacLeod is an active local historian, receiving the Indiana Historical Society’s Hubert Hawkins History Award in recognition of his distinguished service and career in local history in 2021.
More Information
The Club is where you can meet new people and make great new friends. We will play cards and board games. Sometimes we will have special presentations and tours.
The Club includes the Kids' Zone, a place where your kids and grandkids can play while you enjoy The Club activities. Your kids will always be safety within your eyesight.
There is no fee to attend the club on First Fridays, but donations are gratefully accepted. RSVPs are not required, but larger groups are encouraged to call ahead. For questions, please contact 812-425-2406, ext. 226 or e-mail education@emuseum.org.
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