TALK: The Making of a Prime Minister

Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT | Speaker Series

Join us at Gore Place for a remarkable talk by The Countess of Derby and Professor Andrew O’Shaughnessy.

TALK: The Making of a Prime Minister

Join us at Gore Place for a remarkable talk by The Countess of Derby and Professor Andrew O’Shaughnessy, where they will discuss their new book, “A North American Tour Journal, 1824-1825: The Making of a Prime Minister, Edward Geoffrey Stanley.”

They will delve into a fresh perspective on North American History during the Antebellum Period, as seen through the eyes of the renowned British statesman, the Earl of Derby. This presentation will uncover the Earl’s remarkable insights and the lasting impact of his exciting voyage across the United States and Canada.

There will be a book signing after the talk; so make sure to get your tickets now so you don’t miss this exceptional event!

Cost: General Admission $10, Members Free, Card to Culture Free

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