"What Can a Woman Do?" Book Signing
Thursday, November 12
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Herbert D. Doan Midland County History Center Atrium
Admission: FREE
We are hosting a book-signing to celebrate the publishing of “What Can a Woman Do?” co-authored by local residents and historians Ella Marie Schroeder and Dorothy Langdon Yates. The story of the book is as interesting as its contents, and our good friends will share insights into the book’s origins and research.
“What Can a Woman Do?” is the story of a young female abolitionist in the Michigan Territory before statehood, and is based upon a collection of 1830s letters uncovered by Dorothy in the 1970s. She and Ellie have collaborated in their efforts to weave the letters’ contents into a fascinating story which captures the spirit, challenges, and dedication of Elizabeth Margaret Chandler and others who strived to bring justice to others during a most unjust era of our national heritage.
Because Chandler and her friends often discussed and promoted abolitionism at tea parties, we will be hosting the book-signing during an informal tea, serving tea cakes from Chandler’s own 1830s recipe. After a brief discussion of the book’s origins, both Ellie and Dorothy will be here to greet and visit, sign copies of the book, and answer questions. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
This event will be held on the same day and overlapping times as the Nov Fireside Chat --- we hope you’ll consider attending both enjoyable history.
ALIGHT AT NIGHT: Bradley Home Holiday Tours
December 3 & 17 , 2009
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Heritage Park's 1874 Bradley Home
Enjoy the special ambience of the Bradley Home at night with flickering lights as of old. Each room in the house will have guides to share stories of holidays of yesteryear and answer your questions. Hot spiced cider and light refreshments appropriate to the era will be served. You will be able to imagine yourself transported back in time in the warmth of the softly lit rooms and carols sung by the hearth.
December 3 will also mark the opening of Blue’s holiday exhibit on display for the first time in the Bradley home itself and Father Christmas will be on hand to spread the holiday spirit!
December 3 will be a Couples or Adult Singles evening. Ticketholders will receive a coupon for 10% off the price of the evening special at Molly's (the discount does not include alcoholic beverages) that night. The event will have soft music and demonstrators focused on romantic or holiday traditions enjoyed by adults. Attendees can get their photo taken in a cozy winter sleigh and later access their photo online. This is a chance for adult couples, singles and friends to enjoy the ambience of the house without children.
Admission: Adults $8, FOC and MCHS Members: $5
December 17 will be geared toward families. Ticketholders will get a discount for 10% off at Grand Traverse Pie that evening. The event will have a more playful feel with demonstrators focused on games, storytelling and enjoyments that families took part in. We will also try to have sing alongs and simple dancing. Attendees can get their photo with Father Christmas and later access their photo online.
Admission: Adults $8, FOC and MCHS Members and children 14 & under: $5
With our new seasonal hours, these evenings are likely to be your only chance to enjoy the tradition of visiting the Bradley Home this holiday season. Come join us for one or both events!
ALIGHT AT NIGHT - December 3 - Adults - 6 pm
ALIGHT AT NIGHT - December 17 - Families - 6 pm
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