Step into the Gilded Age: High Society, Hard Labor, and Historic Change. If you missed this series in 2023 -- or just want a refresher -- now’s your chance to explore one of the most fascinating periods in American history. The Gilded Age (1877 -- 1896) was a time of rapid industrial growth, technological breakthroughs, mass immigration, and dazzling wealth for a privileged few. Beneath the surface, however, lay political corruption, labor unrest, and deep social divides.

Join Gilded Age authors Nancy Markey and Kay Adams this spring for a compelling series that brings this turbulent era to life. Rather than exploring on your own, be part of a guided experience that combines historical insight with real human stories -- from the elite of New England society to the working class that kept the wheels turning.

This first class offers an engaging introduction to the Gilded Age: its defining themes, major figures, and the forces that shaped the nation during these transformative years. Whether you’re new to the topic or returning for more, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of why this era still resonates today. Each session in the series stands alone; join one, two, or all!