“Amelia Earhart: Beyond the Skies” will be the subject of the 7 PM meeting of the Lynnfield Historical Society on Tuesday evening, November 17 at the Centre Congregational church. Dr. Margie Arnold, a retired college professor, will be the guest speaker.
The legendary aviator’s tragic disappearance over the Pacific in her 1937 attempt to circumnavigate the globe continues to fascinate the world. According to Arnold, Earhart was also a woman ahead of her time who had a career in social work, designed her own clothes and luggage, and fought for women’s rights. Born in Kansas, Amelia had connections to our local area including Medford, Marblehead, and East Boston. The speaker explained that “Amelia succeeded because she knew what she wanted and refused to let obstacles deter her from pursuing her dreams.”
Dr. Arnold serves on the Board of Trustees at the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum and the Hangar Museum in Atchinson, Kansas.
Parking is available behind the Centre Congregational Church off Main Street. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.