CLASSES FULL!! Understanding the Revolution with Gary Emerson

Schedule

Tue Sep 09 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

610 S Decatur St, Watkins Glen, NY, United States, New York 14891 | Watkins Glen, NY

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As of 8/4/2025, all classes except for November 4 are FULL! We hope to offer this again in the future.
The Watkins Glen Public Library is excited to offer a 7-part Reading & Discussion Series in partnership with Schuyler County Historian Dr. Gary Emerson on Understanding the American Revolution.
This engaging and educational program is designed to commemorate the United States' semi-quincentennial and to foster thoughtful dialogue about the historical and contemporary significance of the American Revolution. It invites participants to explore a range of selected readings that present a more inclusive view of the Revolutionary era.
By incorporating diverse perspectives, the program will challenge participants to consider the multifaceted legacy of a period that helped shape the foundation of our nation. Dr. Emerson will provide historical context and lead thoughtful discussions, encouraging community members to reflect not only on what happened during the Revolution but also on how those events continue to resonate today.
- All selected titles will be provided.
- Participants are not required to attend all 7 discussions.
- Must register for each session individually with the library.
- Dr. Emerson has provided selections to read from each book.
TO REGISTER:
- Call (607) 535-2346
- Email [email protected]
- Send us a Facebook message
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 - 6pm-7:30pm
The American Revolution: A Concise History (Part 1) by Robert J. Allison - Chapters 1 and 2
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 - 6pm-7:30pm
The American Revolution: A Concise History (Part 2) by Robert J. Allison - Chapters 3-5
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 - 6pm-7:30pm
Liberty's Daughters by Mary Beth Norton - Preface, Chapters 1-7
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 - 6pm-7:30pm
The Iroquois in the American Revolution by Barbara Graymont - Entire book
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 - 6pm-7:30pm
A People's History of the American Revolution (Slavery and the Revolution) by Ray Raphael - Chapter 6, pp. 309-379
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 - 6pm-7:30pm
Taming Democracy: The People, the Founders, and the Troubled Ending of the American Revolution by Terry Bouton - Chapter 5-Conclusion
TUESDAY, DECMEBER 9 - 6pm-7:30pm
The Shoemaker and the Tea Party by Alfred Young - Entire book
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