2018 WORKSHOPS
Tulsa Chautauqua workshops are held in the Tulsa Historical Society every day during the week of Chautauqua at 12:00 pm and 5:30 pm by Scholars not scheduled to perform that night. These carefully prepared workshops provide more insight and detail into dimensions of the historical figures and the period than is portrayed during nightly performances. Use scroll bar below right to see complete details...
TUESDAY- June 5th
12 Noon
John Anderson Presents
Ernest Hemingway and the Culture of Celebrity:
How Hemingway’s legendary celebrity interacted with his literary reputation to forge his iconic brand of masculinity and adventure.
John Anderson Presents
Ernest Hemingway and the Culture of Celebrity:
How Hemingway’s legendary celebrity interacted with his literary reputation to forge his iconic brand of masculinity and adventure.
5:30 PM
Michael Hughes Presents
American Indian Art in Oklahoma, from Mammoths to Masters: Learn about American Indian art from prehistory through the 20th century, concentrating on the “Golden age of Oklahoma Indian art."
Michael Hughes Presents
American Indian Art in Oklahoma, from Mammoths to Masters: Learn about American Indian art from prehistory through the 20th century, concentrating on the “Golden age of Oklahoma Indian art."
WEDNESDAY- June 6th
12 Noon
Vanessa Adams-Harris Presents
A Great Migration: African-American Ex-Pats
The chance to achieve an equality unattainable in the US was irresistible after the Great War for African-Americans who had fought for the freedom of others abroad.
Vanessa Adams-Harris Presents
A Great Migration: African-American Ex-Pats
The chance to achieve an equality unattainable in the US was irresistible after the Great War for African-Americans who had fought for the freedom of others abroad.
5:30 PM
Doug Mishler Presents
Now It’s Harder to Duck: Transition to Modern War
“Black Jack” Pershing’s career transitioned from 19th century warfare to modern war. His role in WWI influenced the American military and shaped modern society.
Doug Mishler Presents
Now It’s Harder to Duck: Transition to Modern War
“Black Jack” Pershing’s career transitioned from 19th century warfare to modern war. His role in WWI influenced the American military and shaped modern society.
THURSDAY- June 7th
12 Noon
Doug Mishler Presents
Unleash the Kracken: How "The Modern" Brought Chaos to America
Just as computers and the wired society have radically affected 21st century life, so did the birth of "the modern".
Doug Mishler Presents
Unleash the Kracken: How "The Modern" Brought Chaos to America
Just as computers and the wired society have radically affected 21st century life, so did the birth of "the modern".
5:30 PM
Debra Conner Presents
All That Money Can Buy:
Look at Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney's contributions to the art world and at an artist she championed, Edward Hopper. Learn the stories behind the elaborate homes of the era.
Debra Conner Presents
All That Money Can Buy:
Look at Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney's contributions to the art world and at an artist she championed, Edward Hopper. Learn the stories behind the elaborate homes of the era.
FRIDAY- June 8th
12 Noon
Michael Hughes Presents
Stories from Books Written By and Illustrated by American Indians
Stories and illustrations from children’s books, from a pioneering effort by Acee Blue Eagle to the celebrated works of Paul Goble.
Youth and children’s workshop but suitable for adults.
Michael Hughes Presents
Stories from Books Written By and Illustrated by American Indians
Stories and illustrations from children’s books, from a pioneering effort by Acee Blue Eagle to the celebrated works of Paul Goble.
Youth and children’s workshop but suitable for adults.
5:30 PM
John Anderson Presents
“Soldier’s Home”
Look at Hemingway’s 1925 story “Soldier’s Home,” about a WW I veteran adjusting to civilian life when he returns to his home in Oklahoma, exploring his development as a modernist writer.
John Anderson Presents
“Soldier’s Home”
Look at Hemingway’s 1925 story “Soldier’s Home,” about a WW I veteran adjusting to civilian life when he returns to his home in Oklahoma, exploring his development as a modernist writer.
SATURDAY- June 9th
12 Noon
Debra Conner Presents
Inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe
Georgia O'Keeffe's paintings used simplified shapes and bold colors. We will create our own expressive works of art. Suitable for ages 8 to adult.
Debra Conner Presents
Inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe
Georgia O'Keeffe's paintings used simplified shapes and bold colors. We will create our own expressive works of art. Suitable for ages 8 to adult.
5:30 PM
Vanessa Adams-Harris Presents
Josephine Baker to Hip-Hop Fashion Forward
Josephine Baker’s costumes have influenced a generation of contemporary hip-hop artists. Let’s look at the messages of hip-hop self-identity.
Vanessa Adams-Harris Presents
Josephine Baker to Hip-Hop Fashion Forward
Josephine Baker’s costumes have influenced a generation of contemporary hip-hop artists. Let’s look at the messages of hip-hop self-identity.