American Inspiration Hero
American Inspiration Hero
American Inspiration
A best-selling author series by American Ancestors
Stories of American history, heritage, and culture
As part of our mission to educate, inspire and connect people to their family history, the American Inspiration Author Series explores themes of personal identity, families, immigration, and social and cultural history. Discover inspiring and thought-provoking stories of American families and the complex history which has shaped this country.
Brought to you by
The Brue Family Learning Center
Our Partners
American Inspiration Author Series partners with a variety of influential Boston institutions for many of our events, including Boston Public Library, GBH Forum Network, Museum of African American History, Porter Square Books, and the State Library of Massachusetts.
Upcoming Events
Author Event
Online
Free
"Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words" with Michael Owen
Gain insight into the life of Ira Gershwin, the man behind some of the most memorable lyrics of the Great American Songbook. Biographer Michael Owen reveals the life of this remarkable American, the son of first-generation immigrants, who has often been in the shadow of his brother George Gershwin.
Moderated by Mark Clague
December 3, 2024
American Inspiration Author Series
Author Event
Online
Paid
American Connections in "A British Country House Alphabet: A Historical and Pictorial Journey" by Curt DiCamillo
Join us for an engaging conversation and exposé illuminating the connections between America and Britain’s finest country houses as revealed in the new book A British Country House Alphabet, Volume 1, by architectural historian Curt DiCamillo.
December 17, 2024
American Inspiration
