Speakers Bureau Presents: Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic

Name: Speakers Bureau Presents: Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic
Start: 2026-09-04T11:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-09-04T12:30:00-05:00
Location: Slater Public Library, 105 N Tama St, Slater, IA 50244, USA

September 4, 2026 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

The Slater Public Library will welcome historian Darcy Maulsby on September 4, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. for a captivating look at the Iowans aboard the Titanic. From orphan train riders to wealthy businessmen, Maulsby shares the stories of first-, second-, and third-class passengers with Iowa ties, exploring who survived and the enduring human drama of that fateful night. This program uncovers a little-known chapter of Iowa history and the lasting impact of the Titanic tragedy.

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Slater Public Library, 105 N Tama St, Slater, IA 50244, USA

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