Lunch & Learn: Tulipmania

On a crisp autumn day in 1593, botanist Carolus Clusius planted tulip bulbs in the gardens of the University of Leiden, an act that would help spark one of history’s most fascinating economic and cultural phenomena. Join Christina Basler, Director of Guest Services and Group Programs, as she discusses the tulip phenomenon of the early 17th century. How did one flower blossom to a mania so big that people were buying tulips even before they bloomed and growers were sleeping with their bulbs? Finally, when did this bubble burst?

Speaker Bio:

Christina Basler is the Director of Guest and Group Programs at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. Since joining the museum in 2017, she has held several positions supporting the museum's education, public programs, group sales, guest services, and cinema departments. Christina develops and oversees a wide range of offerings, including lectures, conferences, family workshops, summer camps, teacher professional development, and large-scale signature events, including the relaunch of Mayflower II. Christina holds a Master of Science in Historic Preservation from Roger Williams University and a Bachelor of Science in Historic Preservation, Anthropology, and Sociology. She previously worked at Old Sturbridge Village, where she supported special events, theatrical programming, and digital engagement.

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