Event List

Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge was known as many things in her lifetime: Standard Oil heiress, philanthropist, socialite, art collector, the “First Lady of Dogdom”, a grieving mother, and an unmatched benefactress of New Jersey.

In this talk, medical anthropologist Dr.

Most of our understanding of free speech rights come from when the gov-
ernment is attempting to prevent someone from expressing themself in the
way they choose. Conversely, in this lecture we will analyze recent

Not many people quite understand just how bizarre French expressionist composer Erik Satie really was. He wore a different outfit every hour of the day, only ate white foods, and carried a hammer everywhere he went.

Poet Patti Tana and photographer John Renner will read poems and show slides of lush scenes from local places.

Four daughters of wealthy General Philip Schuyler ran off to marry well-to-do husbands. But Elizabeth gave her heart to the penniless orphan immigrant Alexander Hamilton.

Join librarian and historian, Jim Ward, to learn the history of the ill-fated ship from its construction through its maiden voyage and discovery at the bottom of the Atlantic in 1985.

Dr.

Most U.S. Presidents and their families have had companion animals live with them at the White House. These pets have served to both unite – and sometimes divide – the nation. Pets have even played a role in international diplomacy.

Since the birth of television, game shows have been a popular form of entertainment enjoyed by the masses.

There’s no ifs, ands, or buts about it—Frank Sinatra was the greatest singer to ever set foot in Hollywood. His voice—so mesmerizing in person and so evocative in recordings—was ideally suited for the big screen as well.

Come celebrate the Nation’s 250th Birthday with a look at the roles quilts have played in our lives since 1776. The process of making quilts takes time. The techniques and knowledge have been shared and improvised through generations.