A single historical event can have disproportionate results. “Remember Emmet” was an Irish slogan after Robert Emmet who favored Irish independence was executed by the British. His death galvanized Irish resistance. Emmett Till’s murder (1955) and his mother’s decision to have an open casket for the world to view how savagely he had been brutalized was a significant catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement. Learn how his death had implications for the movement and the nation.

This presentation is an informative comedy presentation about Lucille Ball, the very first Queen of Comedy. Her life story is explored along with the history and creation of the "I Love Lucy" series. Lucille Ball's impact on the world of comedy will be highlighted along with details from the Lucy Desi Museum and Comedy Center in Jamestown N.Y.

Cayce is perhaps the best documented healer and psychic of the 20th century, haven given over 14,000 readings. But who was he? Where did he come from, and what did he say? Join us to explore his background, how he worked, what he said about health, Atlantis, reincarnation, and more.

First Man on the Moon is an inspiring story of heroic risk-taking and humble dedication to advancing humanity's adventure in space.

Everyone knows Neil Armstrong was the first to set foot on the moon. But this modest and unassuming man was determined to stay out of the spotlight, so the rare combination of talent, luck, and experience that led to his successful command of Apollo 11 is not widely known.

Now, for the first time, NOVA presents an intimate portrait through interviews with Armstrong's family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly before. Join us for a viewing of this special program and explore the man behind the myth, and hear about his unsung achievements as a Navy combat veteran and pioneer of high speed flight.

In its groundbreaking exploration of this quietly effective man, NOVA explores his achievements following Apollo, which included his leading role in the inquiry into the Challenger disaster and efforts to encourage young people to share his lifelong passion for flight.

This "Cradle to Grave(s)" PowerPoint presentation reveals all of the contributions Sacajawea added to the successful completion to the Jefferson sponsored "Journey of Discovery" in 1815.

It shows the people involved, the obstacles they had to overcome, and relates the loyalty given by this young Native American girl who was an indentured slave, bought and paid for in an Indian game of chance, yet grew to be the key, respected ingredient by Lewis & Clark during that dangerous mission for which she was paid nothing and suffered much.

This PowerPoint presentation highlights the greatest Native American Chiefs who traveled and ruled in America throughout our history. From birth to death, their exploits and travails fill the screen in living color.

What their treatment was from the U.S. Government; the promises and treaties that were made and broken; the suffering and plans for extinction or removal of the tribes; the heartbreak of a homeland found and lost.

This PowerPoint presentation of one of the lingering historical mysteries has been about knowing who gave Benjamin Franklin the incriminating letters for which Franklin was publicly and humiliatingly disgraced and made "Persona non grata" in England.

The letters caused an up-roar in both England and the Colonies; a duel to the death, and the naming of Franklin as the "First American."

Discover some of the key highlights from Thurgood Marshall’s career. Graduating from Howard University School of Law, he was a lawyer that served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court from 1967 to 1991. He was the first African-American Justice and was involved in several cases that were argued before the Supreme Court including, Smith v. Allwright, Shelley v. Kraemer, and Brown v. Board of Education.

Ulysses Grant lead the Union forces to complete victory over all the Confederate forces he faced in both the Western Theater and the Eastern Theater of the Civil War.

Why was this modest and unassuming man able to bring about the end of the American Civil War, while other Union Generals failed to do so. Jerry Colen, will be here to discuss this with you and to help you see that Grant was, indeed the perfect man to lead the Union to victory.

Learn about the life of John F. Kennedy compiled by one who admired him and was inspired by "Camelot". Historical photos will survey Kennedy's life from PT-109 to the oval office, from Hyannis Port to Dallas.

The presentation will be done in "Kennedy's voice." Join us for this unique memorial to our 35th president.