Our 2020 Winter Luncheon Series hosted six great presenters.
While spending more time at home, why not learn more?
The links below provide further information on our speakers and topics. Stay safe and healthy!
P.S. Please note that the museum will be closed until further notice. Our grounds and gardens remain open for the social-distancing visitors
Enjoy some further adventures with our 2020 Winter Luncheon
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Here's a link to a video Stephanie made about Climate Change:
and another about Maryland Archaeology more broadly:
Chris Haley is Director of Research for the Study of the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland.
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Here is the link to information on the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland.
http://slavery.msa.maryland.gov
Harriet Tubman and The Underground Railroad
https://www.nps.gov/hatu/index.htm
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Susan Langley, Ph.D., Underwater Archaeologist spoke on the "Pirates of The Chesapeake"
Stephanie Sperling, M.A.A., has been working as an Archaeologist in the Middle Atlantic for 20 yrs
Susan Langley, Ph.D., Underwater Archaeologist spoke on the "Pirates of The Chesapeake"
Susan sent us this link about
She also sent us this
story about a site in Maine that a colleague recently identified:
Dr. Bert G. Drake spoke to us about climate change and the world's food supply.
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
Susan Langley, Ph.D., Underwater Archaeologist spoke on the "Pirates of The Chesapeake"
Dr. Drake recommended the book
"The End of Plenty" by Joel Bourne
And he offered this website for study:
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
The authors offered their website, www.draykamoie.com
where readers can find book club guides, deleted scenes, watch video interviews, and sign up for both of our newsletters.
Dr. Jay Anderson, Artist, Teacher and Author "Open Letters from a Closed Culture" - Saudi Arabia
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, Authors of "Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution’
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Dr. Jay has given us this link to see his photos and illustrations on jayandersonphd.com
And, as promised, his Two-Part narrated video
'Open Letters from a Closed Culture - Part One'
'Open Letters from a Closed Culture - Part Two'
This video is 'Threadbare Tales From Silk Road',
his presentation from 2019.
The Captain's Bookshelf
Kenneth T. Walsh - Presidential Leadership in Crisis
Kenneth T. Walsh - Presidential Leadership in Crisis
Kenneth T. Walsh - Presidential Leadership in Crisis
Local and critically acclaimed author will discuss his new book, on defining moments of the presidency from FDR to Trump.
He is the author of seven books, a speaker, journalist, and the award-winning White House correspondent and columnist for U.S. News & World Report.
James Anderson - Threadbare Tales From Silk Road
Kenneth T. Walsh - Presidential Leadership in Crisis
Kenneth T. Walsh - Presidential Leadership in Crisis
At our Winter Luncheon Series in 2019,
James Anderson read excerpts from his
Threadbare Tales From Silk Road
- Tattered Theories and Rag-tag Field Research
by Dr. Jay is Now Available in Paperback and Kindle Version!
Dray & Kamoie - Ribbons of Scarlet
Daniel V. Meier, Jr. - The Dung Beetles of Liberia
Daniel V. Meier, Jr. - The Dung Beetles of Liberia
At our Winter Luncheon Series in 2020, the authors read from their exciting book that explains the important role that women played in The French Revolution.
Daniel V. Meier, Jr. - The Dung Beetles of Liberia
Daniel V. Meier, Jr. - The Dung Beetles of Liberia
Daniel V. Meier, Jr. - The Dung Beetles of Liberia
At our Winter Luncheon Series in 2019, Dan read excerpts from his then yet-to-be-published book - The Dung Beetles of LIberia. A true story of adventure and surprising plot turns.
Captain's Cafe
UPCOMING EVENTS AT CAPTAIN'S CAFE
Enjoy our intimate club atmosphere in our remodeled Great Room – right here in Shady Side! Beer and Wine will be offered for sale. We will be featuring wonderful, unique, musicians and groups each month - our calendar for these presentations will be building online. Check back with us!
A Taste of Captain's Cafe
Bob Israel
Chris Battistone
'Blackbird'
Local musician and volunteer for Captain Avery, Bob Israel was the musical director for Blues Alley for many years and is now lending his talent to the museum as our Executive Musical Producer.
'Blackbird'
Chris Battistone
'Blackbird'
CD Album 'Total Eclipse' featuring Bob Israel and various other artists including Chris Battistone.
Chris Battistone
Chris Battistone
Chris Battistone
Chris plays the flugelhorn on this duet of 'Blackbird' with Bob Israel.
Charlie Young - The Music of Duke Ellington
CHARLIE YOUNG - Coming Soon!
CHARLIE YOUNG is the ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra. Charlie has been a member of the SJMO since 1995 and served as the ensemble's principal saxophonist for more than 15 years. He has been a member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra since 1988, serving as its conductor and is currently the lead saxophonist.