Lunchtime Lectures with Jim McAllister (VIRTUAL EVENT)

Jim McAllister’s
LUNCHTIME LECTURES

Every weekday at noon
Half hour (plus) illustrated talks on Zoom
(see bottom of page for details)

Weekday Schedule

Monday, July 6 On the (Salem) Waterfront
Excerpts from an unpublished manuscript written by an unknown author provide a colorful description of life on along the shore of Salem Harbor and the South River in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Tuesday, July 7 The Life and Work of Sam Chamberlain
This long-time Marbleheader gave up a great future as an architect and became an important American printmaker, photographer, gourmand, travel writer and producer of more than 80 books

Wednesday, July 8 Making Music on Boston’s North Shore
A survey of local music venues and music makers including the famed Beverly pianist Eddie Duchin, bandleader-composer Jean Missud, headliners at the Charleshurst Ballroom at the Willows, and more!

Thursday, July 9 Two Salemites Go to Paris
Artist Frank Weston Benson’s stay in Paris was brief but played an important role in shaping his career; George Whitman stayed forever and achieved international renown for his still extant bookstore.

Friday, July 10 Samuel McIntire: the Man and His Mansions
An introduction to the famed architect-woodcarver of Salem, the homes he designed for local “merchant princes,” and some of the stately “McIntires” that fell victim to the wrecking ball.

All talks by reservation only! Reservations accepted only by email (culturecorner@gmail.com)

Please note I have limited the number of people that can access each talk. First come first serve.
With your reservation confirmation you will receive directions for accessing the Zoom talk site.

$5 per talk. Pay via PayPal to my email address (or make other arrangements via email) after your reservation is confirmed and prior to the lecture)