Gertrude Stein's America: A Conversation with Phoebe Stein
Image caption: Curator Gabrielle Dean speaks at the opening celebration for the exhibition. She'll host a conversation with Gertrude Stein scholar and distant cousin Phoebe Stein on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. EST in the Peabody Library.
Credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University
Description
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 pioneering writer and her geographically distant, but psychologically deep-rooted, relationship to her native United States.
5:30 Doors open 6:00 Program and Q&A 6:45 Reception and Exhibition Viewing
Gertrude Stein's politics, prejudices, and perspectives on American culture in her time have surprising relevance today. Stein (1874-1946) had family roots in Baltimore and studied medicine at Hopkins before embarking on a pioneering literary career in Paris. She always centered her American identity, but was less explicit about her Jewish heritage and queer sexuality.
This evening of conversation will range from her 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.
Who can attend?
- General public
- Faculty
- Staff
- Students
