OWLS - The Life and times of J. Sterling Morton

Event Summary

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier, Seniors) Looking for an excuse to get out of the house, make some new friends, enjoy a good meal, and learn about the exciting world of nature? Then join us! These programs are held the first Tuesday of each month. The nature program will start at 11:00 a.m. at the Jester Park Lodge. An optional luncheon follows the program at noon in which pre-registration is required. The cost of the catered lunch from the Radish is $10.00. Lunch registration is due the Friday before the program. Lunch will include chicken parmigiana, pasta marinara, zucchini and squash, salad, bread, and assorted bars.
This two-act living history program introduces the audience to the life of J. Sterling Morton, from his birth in New York to his death in Nebraska City. Within five years after his arrival at Bellevue, Morton was twice elected to the Territorial Legislature, appointed Clerk of Supreme Court, became Territorial Secretary and was made acting Governor at the age of 26. The founder of Arbor Day would later become secretary of agriculture. Draper lends insight into Morton’s failures and successes. This program is sponsored by Humanities of Iowa.

Cost

Adults - $10.00

Category

Programs