Between May 21 and June 16, 1791, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison traveled together through upstate New York and parts of New England. This "northern journey" came at a moment of tension for the new nation. But politics was not their purpose; Madison said it was for “health, recreation, and curiosity.” In tracing this journey, ...
Celebrate the magic of vocal jazz with the Grammy Award-winning New York Voices, renowned for their breathtaking harmonies and dynamic performances. Blending jazz, Brazilian, R&B, pop, and classical influences, New York Voices redefines vocal ensemble singing with a style that is both timeless and fresh. Their rich, intricate sound and effortless artistry have made them ...
Defying traditional boundaries, the dynamic trio Time for Three—featuring two violins and double bass—creates a sound all their own, blending classical finesse with the energy of pop, folk, and jazz. With their charismatic stage presence and genrebending style, Time for Three has won international acclaim, thrilling audiences from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl. Their ...
The Navy SEALs represent a significant evolution in naval special operations. Called “warriors” because they exemplify the traditional and modern concept of elite military fighters, the SEALs are culturally iconic and tactically exceptional. Their history illuminates how modern special operations forces developed and why they've become central to U.S. military strategy. Learn how the SEALs ...
Triple Espresso tells the story of three guys whose bid for showbiz fame and fortune ended in four minutes of magnificent failure on national television. Hugh Butternut, Buzz Maxwell, and Bobby Bean tell their rags-to-rags story earnestly, with hysterical results. Butternut is a musician, a vulnerable soul with a lounge lizard smile; Maxwell is an ...
In recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day, Shell Point hosts Be the Flame, a moving program presented in partnership with The Common Ground Collective. This event honors the six million Jewish lives lost and highlights the importance of remembrance, unity, and compassion. The program features distinguished speakers, including Dr. Robert Hilliard, a 100-year-old WWII hero who ...
Back by popular demand, internationally acclaimed pianists Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi return to Shell Point, bringing their extraordinary four-hands piano artistry to the Tribby stage with an all-new show! Known for their dazzling blend of stride, ragtime, jazz, and classical influences, this dynamic husband-and-wife team delivers performances filled with infectious energy, breathtaking technique, and ...
The role of First Lady comes with no job description, no pay, and no written requirements. Yet America’s presidential spouses have wielded great influence and have always been subject to intense public scrutiny. In this illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D. explores which First Ladies have rated highest and lowest—or most “in-between”—with historians. Why were ...
In chocolate history, few names are better known than Hershey and Mars. Milton Hershey brought milk chocolate to the masses with his Hershey bar. Frank and Forrest Mars dominated American sweet tooths with the Milky Way, Snickers, and Three Musketeers bars. Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D. to explore how these two legendary companies began, and ...
Join artist Sun Smith-Foret—whose work is featured in the Tribby’s Above and Beyond exhibition—to hear about the concept and evolution of the Riverwork Project, a touchstone for racial equity and connectivity between and among black and white artists in the greater St. Louis region and beyond. Her quilting practice led to Riverwork and, in the ...
