“A Lady of Much Wit and Genius”: Mary Moody Emerson in Concord
Tuesday, July 26, 7:00 p.m.
Born in Concord, Mary Moody Emerson (1774-1863) was the aunt of Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson and a brilliant intellectual in her own right, recognized as such by Bronson Alcott and Henry Thoreau. In this talk, Sandra Petrulionis, Distinguished Professor of English and American Studies at Pennsylvania State University, Altoona, will discuss Mary Emerson's long history with Concord and her significance to American women's intellectual history. Co-sponsored by the Concord Free Public Library. Reserve online at www.concordmuseum.org or by calling 978-369-9763, ext. 216.
