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Power Couple: The Story of Jesse and John Fremont

St. Charles City-County Library-Kathryn Linnemann Branch 2323 Elm St, St. Charles

Lecture and power point by author Gregory Wolk of Kirkwood, who delves deeply into the brief but eventful 100 days that John Charles Fremont commanded the Western Department of the Union Army. Fremont - before 1861 known for his explorations to the west coast and his role in California statehood - was a political choice […]

Photography in 19th Century St. Louis

St. Charles City-County Library-Kathryn Linnemann Branch 2323 Elm St, St. Charles

If you can believe it, St. Louis was once a photography capital of the world. The city attracted all kinds of innovative photographers, manufacturers and dealers, and inventors in the nineteenth century. This presentation explores the early history of photography in St. Louis, introducing participants to the people, places, and technology behind the city’s bustling […]

Free

Hidden Histories of St. Louis

St. Charles City-County Library-Kathryn Linnemann Branch 2323 Elm St, St. Charles

Explore a selection of hidden histories of St. Louis, an engaging program dedicated to uncovering the untold stories behind the city’s most iconic landmarks. Delve into the lesser-known tales of people, places, and events that have shaped St. Louis in surprising and remarkable ways.

Free