MN Author Tour - Teresa Wilhelm Waldof
Schedule
Thu Nov 14 2024 at 07:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
La Crescent Community Building | La Crescent, MN
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The La Crescent Public Library will host author Teresa Wilhelm Waldof on Thursday, November 14th, 6:00pm at the Community Building.Learn about the Iowa chemist whose scientific innovation helped end WWII. Through the book WILHELM'S WAY, author Teresa Wilhelm Waldof reveals the largely untold story of her grandfather, Dr. Harley Wilhelm, the humble Iowa State College chemistry professor whose scientific breakthrough saved the Manhattan Project.
During her presentation, Teresa will share stories of Dr. Wilhelm's life and scientific contributions, as well as the fascinating history behind the Ames & Manhattan Projects, and the founding of the Ames Laboratory.
This event is a part of the 2024 Minnesota Author Tour, organized by SELCO (Southeastern Library Cooperating) and funded through Minnesota’s Legacy Amendment Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Where is it happening?
La Crescent Community Building, 336 S 1st St,La Crescent,MN,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
