Introduction to MV History Lecture Series: Week 3 (1820s-1920s)
Introduction to MV History Lecture Series: Week 3
Join us on Thursdays in August and September for our Introduction to Martha’s Vineyard History Lecture Series. If you’ve ever wanted to dig deep into the story of this Island with the help of an expert guide, this six-week lecture series, taught by MVM Research Librarian Bow Van Riper, is the perfect place to begin. From the seismic shifts of European arrival in the 1600s to the modern challenges of the 2020s, each week offers a unique lens on the Island’s evolution. Engage with stories of revolution, prosperity, and transformation as you navigate through centuries of history.
Week 3 will focus on whaling, fishing, and shipping in the 1820s-1920s. Residents of the Island have always depended on the sea to sustain them. That dependence reached its peak in the nineteenth century, when fishing, whaling, and merchant shipping brought the Island unprecedented prosperity.
Preregistration encouraged.
MVM Members: $15 per class or $75 for all six-weeks; Non-Members: $25 per class or $125 for all six-weeks.
DETAILS
| Date | September 5, 2024 |
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| From | 5:30 pm |
| To | 7:00 pm |
| Type | Class/Workshop |
| Venue | Martha’s Vineyard Museum |