The Historical Wizard of Oz

Program Type:

History & Culture

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Just hearing the name “Oz” conjures up fantastic images, adventures, and heartfelt memories. So many of us can recite the plot of the famous story, but how many of us really know what went into creating it? What influences did L. Frank Baum have in his life as he created what is widely acknowledged as America’s first fairytale? Librarian Laura Keyes separates fact from fiction as she shares the fantastic story of the amazing creator of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.”

More about our presenter:

Laura Keyes portrayed Dorothy Gale in a school production of The Wizard of Oz when she was in 5th grade. Laura spoke at an interdisciplinary academic conference, “The Yellow Brick Road in the 21st Century” and is currently the Director of the Dunlap Public Library District in Central Illinois.
www.LauraFKeyes.com
https://www.facebook.com/HistoricVoices 

 

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Age Limits for Adult Programming

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