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In honor of Veteran’s Day, we present this remarkable collection of historical poetry: Frank X Walker reimagines the experience of Black Civil War soldiers who enlisted in the Union army in exchange for emancipation. He also brings to life his own ancestors who, among so many others, fought for freedom.

Join Curator of Castle Howard Christopher Ridgway for a look at some of the principal characters and events in the rise, fall and rebirth of this great Yorkshire estate.

In this evening of revelations and family history, Edward F. O’Keefe shines light on The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt, the women who “created the President,” including his mother, sisters, and his wives. His insightful book is based on dozens of interviews with Roosevelt descendants, thousands of archives, and new discoveries at Harvard and at the Roosevelt home Sagamore Hill.