Speakers Bureau Presents: Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic
April 7, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Polk County Conservation Board will host Darcy Maulsby on April 7, 2026 for a Humanities Iowa Speakers Bureau program. Maulsby uncovers the remarkable and often overlooked Iowa connections to the Titanic disaster of 1912. From orphan train riders to immigrants, farmers, and businesspeople, audiences will hear the haunting and poignant stories of Iowans aboard the doomed ship. This engaging presentation blends historical research with storytelling, revealing the enduring human drama behind one of history’s most famous maritime tragedies.
Polk County Conservation Board
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