Far Hills Speaker Series

Name: Far Hills Speaker Series
Start: 2026-11-15T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-11-15T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Wright Memorial Public Library

**All history is local history.** Whether you are a history buff or just interested in learning more about the place you live, the Far Hills Speaker Series has engaging stories for everyone. Presenters include local authors and historians that bring you insights into Dayton and Oakwood history, often exploring Dayton's role in a global picture.

Fall 2026 Programs:

September 20 (2:00-3:00 pm): Murder, Madness, & Mayhem: Ohio Women Committed to Insane Asylums (1880-1940) *presented by Dr. Karen Bartley*

October 18 (2:00-3:00 pm): The Early Years of the Dayton Literary Peace Prize *presented by Sharon Rab*

November 15 (2:00-3:00 pm): Hidden in Plain Sight: The WAVES who helped with the war and why Dayton mattered *presented by Lucinda Davies*

*Presented by Wright Memorial Public Library and the Oakwood Historical Society*

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