The Jewel of the Gold Coast: Mrs. Potter Palmer's Chicago




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ClassGraphic Step into the dazzling world of Chicago’s historic Gold Coast during the Gilded Age. This study group invites participants to explore the life and legacy of Bertha Palmer—philanthropist, innovator, and socialite—through Sally Kalmbach’s vivid storytelling and Chicago’s architectural and cultural backdrop. Participants will discover how one woman helped transform a city and shape the role of American women in art, business, and society. The study group blends lively discussion, historical context, and local exploration, making it perfect for history enthusiasts, book lovers, and Chicagoans curious about their city’s glamorous past. The book we will be using, The Jewel of the Gold Coast: Mrs. Potter Palmer of Chicago by Sally Kalmbach, will be provided by the author before class for under $20.00. We are also looking at arranging an optional fifth week tour of the Gold Coast with the author for an additional fee to be determined.
 

Class Details

4 Session(s)
Weekly - Thu

Location
Wieboldt Hall

Instructor
Multiple

Tuition: 

$0.00

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Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
7/9/2026 - 7/30/2026 Weekly - Thu 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM Chicago, Wieboldt Hall  Map Laurie Toth  ; Timothy Atkins  ; Trudy Hobfoll 

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