History Sandwiched In Fall 2024

During the History Sandwiched In series, scholars, historians, authors and community members from across the state join together to hold engaging discussions on wide-ranging historical topics of interest. From the hidden history of prominent Wisconsin lighthouses to the lives of Wisconsin African American soldiers during and after the Civil War and more, learn about the people, places and stories that shaped—and continue to shape—the Badger State.

Oct 29 – Peek into the past with author and longtime newspaper reporter George Hesselberg as he shares stories from his book, Dead Lines: Slices of Life from the Obit Beat, discussing the lives—and deaths—of many Wisconsin residents: the wealthy, the notorious, the curious, the unknown, and everything in between. Alternately amusing, sad, surprising, and profound, Hesselberg’s stories speak to both the profundity and mundanity of a shared human experience.

All History Sandwiched In events are free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended.
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