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September 2016
Clarke Historical Library Speaker Series - Fall 2016
Unless otherwise noted, all events, which are free and open to the public, begin at
7:00 pm in the Park Library Auditorium and will be followed by a reception in the Clarke.
Wednesday, September 28
Naomi Long Madgett,
Herbert Woodward Martin, and Toi Derricotte
Poets Naomi Long Madgett, Herbert Woodward Martin, and Toi Derricotte will speak in the Park Library Auditorium. Madgett is the poet-laureate of Detroit, while Derricotte has deep roots in Detroit and published her first volume of poetry in that city. This presentation is co-sponsored by CMU Public Broadcasting.
A reception will take place in the Baber Room after this presentation.
Tuesday, October 4
William Anderson
Noted author and Laura Ingalls Wilder expert William Anderson will speak about the life and writing of the author of the
Little House on the Prairie series. This presentation is made possible by the David M. and Eunice Sutherland Burgess Endowment.
Tuesday, October 18
Thom Bell
Thom Bell will air his documentary, “Hoax or History: The Michigan Relics.”
Over 100 years ago, several thousand ancient looking clay, slate, and copper tablets were discovered in mounds located throughout rural Michigan. These tablets were inscribed with a mixture of writing styles: Egyptian hieroglyphs, Greek, and cuneiform symbols. Controversy over the authenticity of the Michigan Relics continues to this day. This presentation is made possible by the
John and Audrey Cumming Endowment.
Wednesday, October 19
Dr. Richard Stamps
Dr. Richard Stamps, a retired archaeologist from Oakland University, will discuss his research into the relics authenticity. This presentation is also made possible by the Cummings Endowment.
Individuals in need of an accommodation should contact the Library at clarke@cmich.edu or by phone at 989-774-1100.