Join us at Naper Settlement for this special lecture series on prominent figures and topics with primary focus on the 19th century.
All programs are held in the Century Memorial Chapel.

 

Reservations for all presentations are recommended but not required unless noted.
Call 630.420.6010 to reserve your seat.

The Ghosts of Edgar Allan Poe
Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010: 7-8 p.m.
Performer and educator Brian "Fox" Ellis presents "The Ghosts of Edgar Allan Poe." Spend a spine-tingling evening in the parlor of Edgar Allan Poe as he recounts the tormented true tales of his life and how they led to his classic tales of terror. Hear him recite "The Raven" and "The Tell-Tale Heart" as well as some of his lesser-known work that has inspired generations of writers. For ages 10 and up. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Susan B. Anthony ? You Can't Vote
Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010: 4-5 p.m.
Celebrate the 90th Anniversary of Women Winning the Right to Vote. Until 1920, the law of the land said women were not allowed to vote, only men could vote! See Lynn Rymarz portray Susan B. Anthony, who spent her lifetime fighting for equality for women and the right for women to vote. Hear the story of how one woman's dedication and determination made a difference in helping to change history. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Charles Dickens
Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010: 4-5 p.m.
Terry Lynch portrays the great 19th century author Charles Dickens, who has a big birthday coming up in 2012 - he's about to commemorate the bicentennial of his birth! As this date quickly approaches, Dickens reflects on his life and discusses some of his best loved works including the beloved classic, "A Christmas Carol." Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Charles Darwin and the Voyage of the Beagle
Jan. 23, 2011: 4-5 p.m.
Imagine an evening at London's Royal Geological Society with the affable, young Charles Darwin among friends, telling the stories of his amazing adventure sailing around the world on the HMS Beagle. Storyteller and science teacher Brian "Fox" Ellis steps into Darwin's shoes to model the scientific process and engage listeners in a discussion of the facts so they can draw their own conclusions. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Sweet Home Chicago: The History of the Candy Capital of America
Feb. 13, 2011: 4-5 p.m.
For most of its history, Chicago produced about one-third of the nation's candy. The city has called itself the Candy Capital of America since the turn of the century. Actress and historian Leslie Goddard shares the history behind these tasty treats and explores what made Chicago such a powerful location for candymakers. Delicious! Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Toulouse-Lautrec: Decadence & Specticle in Fin-de-siecle Paris
March 13, 2011: 4-5 p.m.
Art historian Jeff Mishur leads a discussion on the major works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, whose paintings are synonymous with the Montmartre district of Paris at the end of the 19th century. Mishur will also compare these works with those painted by other important artists working in Paris during the same period. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Harriet Beecher Stowe: Insights to Uncle Tom?s Cabin
April 10, 2011: 4-5 p.m.
Actress Paddy Lynn portrays Harriet Beecher Stowe, American abolitionist and famed author of "Uncle Tom?s Cabin." Her best-selling book galvanized the abolitionist movement and contributed to the start of the Civil War. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student

Nellie Bly: Daredevil Reporter
May 8, 2011: 4-5 p.m.
Lynn Rymarz portrays Nellie Bly, newspaper reporter, for whom nothing was too daring or impossible to scoop a story. Hear about her life lessons and some of her stories, such as how she got herself committed to an insane asylum, was arrested, danced as a chorus girl, rode an elephant and raced around the world. Registration Recommended.

Advance: $5/Naperville Herigate Society Sustaining Members and students, $6/non-member
At the Door: $7/adults, $6/youth or student  

All events and prices are subject to change without notice.