American Inspiration

Join our featured author and a guest historian-expert for an insightful discussion of Nat Turner, Black Prophet, a bold reinterpretation of the causes and legacy of Nat Turner's rebellion. This new, definitive account offers a fresh look at Black history.

Moderated by Historian Vincent Brown

In this evening of revelations and family history, Edward F. O’Keefe will shine 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.

Kenneth Rendell is one of the world’s preeminent dealer in historical documents, manuscripts, and artifacts. Join him and Chief Genealogist David Allen Lambert for an inside look at his adventure-filled life and work tracking down historical letters, evaluating archives, and building collections and libraries.

Moderated by David Allen Lambert

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.