90th birthday of Grace Kelly

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Grace Kelly: American Princess

A new historical portrayal celebrating the Hollywood actress and real-life Princess

Becoming Queen Elizabeth II

Historical portrayal of the legendary monarch, set in the early 1990s

Northern Illinois Historic League Preferred Partner

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Leslie Goddard

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200th birthday of Queen Victoria [lecture]

It's my life's work to bring memorable women from the past alive and to tell historical stories so that lessons from the past are more meaningful and powerful.

2019 Commemorations

The Little Black Dress

An illustrated lecture exploring the history of the ultimate fashion icon

PLEASE NOTE: April and May 2019 are now fully booked. I am no longer able to accept bookings for those months

Looking for programs for the 2019 Summer Reading theme "It's Showtime"? Consider inviting Grace Kelly or Bette Davis to visit. Or invite your patrons to learn about the history of Hollywood's greatest film, Gone With the Wind. Click HERE for a flier about my Hollywood-themed programs for 2019.

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imagine having a talk with someone from the past ...

Imagine having a conversation with a celebrated First Lady, a survivor of the Titanic disaster, or an aviation pioneer. Or delving deep into the story of a renowned department store or legendary film.

I give voice to stories from the past. As entertaining as they are educational, these programs bring history alive in a fun, inspiring and educational way.

80th anniversary of debut of Gone With the Wind

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