Did you know there were laws passed to forbid theatrical productions in colonial times? Learn more about these "extravagant diversions" at "Theatre in the Colonial Period" on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. Nonalee Davis, assistant professor of theatre, will examine American theatre in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Patriot Project …
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Did you know the word "science" used to mean something else? Learn more about the “Natural Philosophers” of the Colonial period, including Ben Franklin, at "Science in the Colonial Period" on Monday, Feb. 6, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. Mark Taylor, assistant professor of physical sciences, will dig into the history of science in …
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Join us for "History of the Colonial Period" on Wednesday, March 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. CF faculty members Jay Thompson and Jennifer Ambrosia will discuss Colonial history. The Patriot Project takes a deep dive into the history of the 17th and 18th centuries, expanding on the new state civics initiative to invite …
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Join us for "Religion in the Colonial Period" on Wednesday, April 5, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. Dr. Ron Cooper will discuss religion in America during Colonial times. The Patriot Project takes a deep dive into the history of the 17th and 18th centuries, expanding on the new state civics initiative to invite students, …
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