There’s no place like home…to enjoy a Virtual Happy Hour! Journey deep into the fascinating life of L. Frank Baum and his classic story The Wizard of Oz. Not only will we explore Baum’s inspirations for creating the original book in 1900, we will also consider how it has manifested in different forms over the years — including the popular 1939 film, a now-abandoned theme park, shopping malls, and more. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and make comments throughout the presentation!

This is intended to be a fun, socializing virtual event. Prep a cocktail or a mocktail, kick back, and listen! Participants will be free to ask questions.

Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link one day prior to the event. This session will not be recorded.

About the Presenter:

Maya Rook is a historian and teacher with an MA in American Cultural History from the University at Albany. She currently resides in Rochester where she offers a series of History Happy Hour events that make history fun, accessible, and relevant to the general public. As a college instructor and public speaker, Maya strives to blend critical insight with humor and empathy in her investigations of the past.