Class dates: Mondays: Feb 9, 23, March 2, 9, 16 (5 weeks)

NOTE: This class is limited to 16 students. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis; a wait list will be available.

Class time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Location: American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

The American Antiquarian Society has long welcomed scholars of American history and culture to its home on Salisbury Street in Worcester. This course will provide an overview of the library facilities and introduce participants to its impressive pre-1900 collections at AAS, including books, newspapers, graphic arts, manuscripts, and children’s literature.

Instructors: Nan Wolverton , Vice President for Academic and Public Programs at the AAS, holds a PhD in American Studies from the University of Iowa. Before joining the AAS, Nan held positions at Old Sturbridge Village, Historic Northampton, and Smith College.

Scott Casper became the 18 ^th President of AAS in 2020. Long affiliated with the AAS, Scott began his career as a history professor. He has numerous publications in the field of American history, including his award-winning book, Constructing American Lives: Biography and Culture in 19 ^th -Century America.