In the midst of our Civil War, with no end in sight, why wasn't Lincoln invited as the keynote speaker at Gettysburg and why did he accept the secondary role to make only a “few appropriate remarks?” John… Read More
Sustainable travel is more important than ever due to the growing threats of climate change and rampant tourism. Ellen Rugh, Program Manager at the Center for Responsible Travel, will talk about responsible tourism, actions to take while traveling,… Read More
Parkinson’s disease is a common disorder with many symptoms occurring before and during the loss of motor function. Dr. Valina Dawson of John Hopkin's Neuroregeneration and Stem Cell Programs Institute for Cell Engineering will discuss advances in understanding… Read More
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAM WILL TAKE PLACE AT OLD OX MIDDLEBURG. Take a trip with John Daum to Bruges, a city lost in time that was never compromised by world wars or revolutions. It now boasts some… Read More
Prepare to celebrate Oktoberfest! And what better way than to hear John Daum talk about Munich, the capital of Bavaria. John explores Munich's famous beer halls and delicious food as well as its fantastic royal palaces, parks and… Read More
Art historian John Daum takes you on a tour of the City of Lights. Visit the majestic wonders of Gothic cathedrals, the gardens and palaces of French royalty and the beautiful art in the museums.
Dazzling technological innovations get all the attention, but there's something else just as crucial and integral to our survival and progress. Using examples from history and contemporary culture, National Academy of Engineering's Guru Madhavan will reflect on how… Read More