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Women's History at the Barn: Ruth Pierce & Laura Lickley
Press Release from Preservation Twin Falls: Women’s History at the Barn The next presentation of the History at the Barn winter lecture series will be held March 14 at the Mountain View Barn and will celebrate Women’s History Month. A Conversation with Exceptional Women: Ruth Pierce and Laurie Lickley Two of Idaho’s outstanding women will share their stories of growing up in the State, becoming successful professionals, and entering the world of politics. Both compete in businesses traditionally dominated by men and thrive. As community leaders and role models, they are exceptional. Supper is available to purchase at 6:00, presentations begin at 6:30, followed by pleasant conversation.
POSTPONED until FEBRUARY 1st at 6 pm (Musical presentation 6-6:30 pm; lecture 6:30 pm)
Dr. Russel M. Tremayne
The third presentation of the History at the Barn winter lecture series will be held on January 18 at the Mountain View Barn. Dr. Russel M. Tremayne, Professor Emeritus of History, will tell the story of the Twin Falls Migratory Labor Camp and asses its important role in Southern Idaho’s economy. The Camp was built in 1939 by the Farm Security Administration and managed by the War Food Administration during World War II. After the War, the Twin Falls County Farm Labor Sponsoring Organization took control of the Camp and managed it until the 1970s. Over the years, the Camp housed poor white farmers fleeing the Dust Bowl, Japanese Americans removed from the West Coast by Executive Order 9066, Mexican migrants and braceros, Jamaicans, Bahamians, and other farm workers. Professor Tremayne, an award-winning teacher and author, is a co-founder and member of the Preservation Twin Falls Board of Directors. Supper is available to purchase at 6:00, and the presentation begins at 6:30, followed by pleasant conversation.
Dr. John Bieter
📚 Join us at History at the Barn on December 7th for an enlightening journey into "The Story of Basque in Southern Idaho" with the distinguished Dr. John Bieter!
🎓 Dr. John Bieter, a prominent historian, has been a valued member of the Boise State University faculty since 2004. His academic journey is marked by a Ph.D. in History from Boston College, where he specialized in Nineteenth Century United States History, Immigration, The American West, and American Catholicism. Dr. Bieter's dedication to history also led him to complete an M.A. in History at Boise State University, focusing on "Basque-Americans, American-Basques: Three Generations in Boise, Idaho." His journey began with a B.A. in Social Sciences from the University of St. Thomas, concentrating on economics.
🌍 Dr. Bieter's unique perspective on the Basque culture is shaped by his three years of living, working, and studying in the Basque region of Northern Spain, where he became proficient in both Basque and Spanish languages.
📖 Dr. Bieter's research interests span a wide range, including immigration, secondary education social studies methods, and Basque studies. His passion extends to conducting workshops on arborglyphs—fascinating tree carvings left behind by Basque sheepherders in Idaho's high country.
💡 In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Dr. Bieter actively contributes to the community, serving various organizations like the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, the Idaho Humanities Council, Bishop Kelly High School, and the Monastery of St. Gertrude in Cottonwood.
📍 Join us at the picturesque Mountain View Barn in Jerome, ID, located just off US-93, on December 7th. The evening kicks off with a delicious dinner at 6:00 PM, followed by Dr. John Bieter's captivating lecture at 6:30 PM.
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