In conjunction with the current Sheridan Libraries exhibition Gertrude Stein in Circles: Spheres of Life and Writing, join Stein scholars Phoebe Stein, a distant cousin, and Gabrielle Dean for an engaging conversation about the influential avant-garde writer and her deep connections to American culture and Baltimore.
Gertrude Stein's America: A Conversation with Phoebe Stein
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6-7:30 p.m.
George Peabody Library
Admission is free and open to all. Advance registration is requested.
Gertrude Stein had family roots in Baltimore and studied medicine at Johns Hopkins for more than three years before dropping out and embarking on a pioneering literary career in Paris for over 40 years. This evening of conversation will range from Stein's favorite U.S. president, to her native nationalism, her heroic wartime experiences and deeply troubling allegiances, and her cheeky takes on movie stars and famous artists.
5:30 Doors open
6:00 Program
6:45 Reception and exhibition viewing
7:30 Event concludes
