Step into the Gilded Age:
High Society, Hard Labor, and Historic Change.
If you missed this series in 2023 -- or just want
a refresher -- now’s your chance to explore one
of the most fascinating periods in American
history. The Gilded Age (1877 -- 1896) was a
time of rapid industrial growth, technological
breakthroughs, mass immigration, and dazzling wealth for a privileged few. Beneath the
surface, however, lay political corruption, labor
unrest, and deep social divides.
Join Gilded Age authors Nancy Markey and Kay
Adams this spring for a compelling series that
brings this turbulent era to life. Rather than
exploring on your own, be part of a guided experience that combines historical insight with
real human stories -- from the elite of New England society to the working class that kept the
wheels turning.
This first class offers an engaging introduction
to the Gilded Age: its defining themes, major
figures, and the forces that shaped the nation
during these transformative years. Whether
you’re new to the topic or returning for more,
you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of
why this era still resonates today. Each session
in the series stands alone; join one, two, or all!