The Newberry
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The Newberry is a renowned research library that offers lectures, workshops, and teacher programs, fostering research, teaching, and lifelong learning in an atmosphere of free inquiry.
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1960s: A Decade of Hope, Change, Tragedy, and Innocence
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Join us as we dive into the transformative era of 1960s America, exploring the profound changes, hopes, and tragic events that shaped a nation. Discover the cultural shifts, political tensions, and loss of innocence through captivating mediums in this thought-provoking class at The Newberry.
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Russia and Its Neighbors: Ukraine, the Baltics
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Russia and Its Neighbors: Ukraine, the Baltics, the Caucasus, and the -Stans As current events surrounding Russia shock and puzzle, the world tries to understand, why. This class offers a historical survey of Russia’s relationship with its neighbors, from the time of Russia’s emergence as a nation and a state, through its imperial and Soviet periods, through the turbulent years following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and up to the tragic...
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Full Tilt: Gambling in Literature & Film
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Get your poker face ready for this class focused on how gambling is depicted in literature and film. From classics like Dostoevsky’s "The Gambler" to cult novels like A. Alvarez’s "The Biggest Game in Town," this class will explore depictions of gambling in literature, both fiction and non-fiction, and film, with a special emphasis on poker. We will ask, how does the randomness intrinsic to gambling create narrative suspense, tension,...
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How to Set Yourself Apart from the Crowd
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Full Course Title: Travel Writing: How to Set Yourself Apart from the Crowd Learn the foundations of travel writing and get a chance to workshop your own stories in this guided class. "I never travel without my diary. One should always keep something sensational to read in the train." —Oscar Wilde Travel writing is more than just traveling. It is imbuing your reader with the nuances and textures of your experiences in a unique and riveting...
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Petrarch: Humanist and Poet
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Dive into the works of Petrarch, one of Italy’s most influential humanist poets, in this four-session class. Petrarch (1304-1374) is Italy's greatest and most influential humanist and lyric poet. As a humanist, he is celebrated for the revival of classical antiquity. The sonnets from his "Canzoniere" provided a model for stylish, elegant, and eloquent love poetry for the Western lyric tradition. Using Laura as inspiration, his collection of 366...
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Chicago Art and Artists: 1950 - the Present
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Beginning in the 1950s, Chicago became known for figurative art—what we now call “Imagism.” This class will explore the development of the figurative tradition in Chicago, beginning with works we will compare to Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art being produced in New York, and continuing through to the contemporary era. While the figurative tradition still is vibrant in the city, we will also consider abstract works by Chicago artists. Throughout,...
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Revolution and Response: The Chicago Black Panther
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Uncover the rise and legacy of the Chicago Black Panther Party in this thought-provoking course. Explore the political climate, community programs, and tragic events surrounding Fred Hampton’s activism. Join us to delve into the multiethnic alliances formed by the BPP and the historical significance of their struggle.
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Seeing Race Before Race - Exhibition Series
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Delve into the historical context of recent Supreme Court decisions on abortion and school prayer, and explore the evolving relationship between church and state in this thought-provoking class. Discover how ideas about freedom of conscience have been challenged and reevaluated throughout American history, leading to a recent acceptance of religious influence on law.
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The Making of Modern Paris, 1852-1939
The Newberry See all classes by this school @ 60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL
In this class, we’ll explore the making of modern Paris from the Second Empire through the 1930s. Political and social turbulence, as well as an architectural and artistic efflorescence, characterized Paris from the Second Empire through the 1930s. Topics to be treated in this class’s exploration of the City of Light will include Baron Haussmann and the remaking of Paris; the everyday lives of ordinary Parisians; life in the city during the...
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Meet the Author: Tom Shachtman
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This is a one time FREE course. Meet the Author: Tom Shachtman, How the French Saved America Americans today have a love/hate relationship with France, but in this illuminating new history, Tom Shachtman shows that without France, there might not be a United States of America. How the French Saved America: Soldiers, Sailors, Diplomats, Louis XVI, and the Success of a Revolution is about French aid to Americans during the American...
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Literature & Art in the Midwest Metropolis
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Liesl Olson, Chicago Renaissance: Literature and Art in the Midwest Metropolis This remarkable cultural history celebrates the great Midwestern city of Chicago for its centrality to the modernist movement. Author Liesl Olson traces Chicago’s cultural development from the 1893 World’s Fair through mid century, illuminating how Chicago writers revolutionized literary forms during the first half of the twentieth century, a period of sweeping aesthetic...
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The Book No One Can Read: Revisiting the Voynich Codex
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The 15th-century Voynich Manuscript continues to elude researchers to this day. Since its rediscovery in 1912—including a brief period on display at Chicago’s Art Institute—the Voynich Manuscript or, as it is also known, the Voynich Codex, has defied all attempts to decipher its unknown script and unusual color illustrations. The codex parchment has been radiocarbon-dated to the early 15th century, but its authorship, place of origin,...
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$137
Between Revolution and Empire: Art in France 1794-1804
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France between its first Revolution and the establishment of the Napoleonic empire experienced dynamic artistic creativity against a backdrop of political instability and social flux. The art of Jacques-Louis David and his followers pushed the Neoclassical style to its limits, while women artists enjoyed unprecedented opportunities. This class will explore French art during this volatile decade, reflecting its artistic and social complexities,...
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$137
African American Genealogy: Mixing Online & Offline
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Using the Newberry’s collections as a starting point, this class will provide an introduction to African American genealogy research. Not sure where you should begin with researching your genealogy? In this introductory class, discover your family’s journey by creating a solid foundation, working from the known to the unknown. This session will cover oral history, interviewing techniques, and a virtual guided tour of Ancestry’s Library Edition...
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$100
Flash Nonfiction: A Short Writing Workshop
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Discover the world of "flash nonfiction" in this workshop at The Newberry. Perfect for both new and seasoned writers, explore the flexible and rich form of creative writing that overlaps with memoir, essay, and even poetry. Learn how to create impactful short pieces using precise language, details, and imagery.
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Reality and Illusion in Singin' in the Rain
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Explore the behind-the-scenes magic of a beloved classic. Discover the art of illusion in the iconic film, "Singin' in the Rain." Uncover the cinematic secrets and wry commentary on the movie business in this intriguing course.
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$100
Promptapalooza: Powerful Prompts to Enhance
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Unleash your creative potential with the ultimate writing workshop at The Newberry. Discover the secrets to crafting powerful prompts that will ignite your imagination and take your writing to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your creative writing skills and unlock endless inspiration.
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$100
Gothic Chicago: Chicago's Gothic Architecture
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Unearth the dark histories and mysterious tales behind Chicago's iconic gothic architecture sites on this guided Halloween tour. Join us as we explore the city's famous Water Tower, Holy Name Cathedral, and other landmarks, and discover the hidden secrets that still haunt these captivating structures.
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$53
Shakespeare Project of Chicago: The Winter's Tale
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This is a one time FREE course. Shakespeare’s romance The Winter’s Tale not only contains the playwright’s most famous stage direction (“Exit, pursued by a bear”), but a story that goes to the deepest side of tragedy before finding its triumphant redemption. A Sicilian king becomes consumed by the belief that his best friend has committed adultery with his wife, and this passionate jealousy ignites a series of events that takes...
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Free
Shakespeare Project of Chicago: Cymbeline
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This is a one time FREE course Filled with intrigue and romance, Shakespeare's Cymbeline introduces an evil queen, an innocent young princess, an upstanding young man, a conniving villain, and the titular king into the fantastical world of this twist-filled tale. Jeff Christian directs. A staged reading by professional actors from The Shakespeare Project of Chicago. An informative talk begins fifteen minutes before the performance, which is...
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Reviews of The Newberry
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Introduction to Screenwriting
Gorgeous place. Very helpful and friendly employees -
Introduction to Screenwriting
The Newberry library is such a wonderful place to have in our community for education, history and connection. -
Literature & Art in the Midwest Metropolis
Excellent speaker. -
Meet the Author: Tom Shachtman
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The Making of Modern Paris, 1852-1939
The instructor was excellent, a true scholar. One (the participant) did have to know some knowledge on the topic, though, since it was highly specialized. -
Introduction to Screenwriting
