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Cowtown to Metropolis

Cowtown to Metropolis

The Transformation of Kansas City During the Gilded Age
2025-01-14 18:00:00 2025-01-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Cowtown to Metropolis Author Ted Bolerjack shares intriguing details uncovered while researching his latest novel, Shadow Beneath the Bluffs. Louisburg Library District 1 - Children's Area

Tuesday, January 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-14 18:00:00 2025-01-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Cowtown to Metropolis Author Ted Bolerjack shares intriguing details uncovered while researching his latest novel, Shadow Beneath the Bluffs. Louisburg Library District 1 - Children's Area

Author Ted Bolerjack shares intriguing details uncovered while researching his latest novel, Shadow Beneath the Bluffs.

Discover the fascinating history of Kansas City’s transformation during the Gilded Age as Miami County author Ted Bolerjack shares intriguing details uncovered while researching his latest novel, Shadow Beneath the Bluffs. Explore what life was really like in the late 1800s and learn about the vibrant, gritty world of the West Bottoms.

Special Book Deal:  $12.99 / book
Cash or Card Accepted 
100% of proceeds will go to the library

AGE GROUP: | Senior Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Let's Learn | History | General | Book Discussion | Author & Writing |

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Louisburg Library District 1
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