History

History Program-Orville Babcock

For nearly 150 years historians have portrayed Orville Babcock as one of the principal actors in the corrupt Ulysses S. Grant administration. This narrative has left Babcock to be seen as only a classic villain beside a naive and sometimes simple-minded Grant. Local historian, Peter Adams has approached the subject by studying Babcock and Grant not just as historical figures, but as men. 

History programs are sponsored by the Neenah Historical Society and co-sponsored by the Neenah Public Library

History Program-Neenah Red Cross Chapter in World War II

During WWII the Red Cross mobilized in support of the U.S. military, our Allies and civilian victims. In nearly every American family, someone was a Red Cross volunteer, donor, blood donor, or received Red Cross services. Learn about the varied and numerous wartime efforts by the Neenah Red Cross during WWII from presenter Kara Rothkegel.

History programs are sponsored by the Neenah Historical Society and co-sponsored by the Neenah Public Library 

Ladysmith: The Husbands and Houses of Isabel Johnson

Spend the evening exploring the life of Isabel Johnson with Associate Director, Erica Suchyta and Florence Bruno. Isabel Bacon-Rogers was a divorced mother when she married America’s wealthiest widower, Charles R. Smith of Menasha Woodenware. Learn about Isabels passion for men, architecture and the finer things in life.

The program will be held in the 1st floor Shattuck Community Room.

Please contact the Neenah Historical Society at 920-729-0244 with any questions.

Grunt Surgeon Book Signing with Author F. Mark Moore

Join the Neenah Public Library and Dr. F. Mark Moore as he talks about his time serving in the medical corps during the Vietnam War. There will be plenty of time for questions and for local veterans to share their own experience. Dr. Moore will have copies of his book for sale. No reservation necessary for this hour and a half presentation.

Event Location: First floor Shattuck Room

Questions can be sent to Richie: zaborowske@neenahlibrary.org

Halloween's Folklore and History (Virtual)

Halloween's Folklore and History (Virtual)

Back by popular demand, Shetan Noir! For the past few years, Shetan has delighted Neenah Public Library patrons with her virtual presentations. Featuring cryptozoology, the haunted Great Lakes, and other aspects of the paranormal, Shetan's presentations are educational and delightfully spooky. Join her this as she focuses her attention on Halloween!

This is a live, one hour virtual presentation. Join us here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88482897539

Adult Afternoon Program: The Hidden History & Mystery Behind Charles Dickens Writing 'A Christmas Carol'

 

The Hidden History & Mystery Behind Charles Dickens Writing 'A Christmas Carol' with Rochelle Pennington, Author, Speaker, and Award-Winning Columnist

This fascinating program takes a close-up look at the literary genius of Charles Dickens, England's most celebrated Victorian novelist, and explores the hidden history behind the author's 1843 Christmas classic.

History Program-Oneida Storyteller Debra Morningstar

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Oneida Storyteller, Debra Morningstar. Debra has been presenting cultural programs for 28 years and will cover aspects of Native culture and traditions. This program is sponsored by Old National Bank.

The program will be held in the 1st floor Shattuck Community Room.

Please contact the Neenah Historical Society at 920-729-0244 with any questions.

History programs are sponsored by the Neenah Historical Society and co-sponsored by the Neenah Public Library