Penny University
This Event has no scheduled dates at this time. It last occurred on Monday, March 4, 2024.
Event Description:
Penny university comes to Edenton. Coffeehouses in 17th-18th century Britain were often known as "penny universities" for the fact you could order a coffee for a pence and attend public lectures on science, philosophy, and politics. These are free to attend and there will be coffee and hot cocoa provided.
Feb. 5: Age of Enlightemnemt: 18th Century World of Science & Medicine with Chris Grimes
Feb. 12: Female Artillery: The 1774 Tea Party in Edenton, North Carolina with Alexis Tobias-Jacavone, Edenton Historical Commission
Feb. 19: Philosophy & Religion in Colonial America with Jonathan Tobias
Feb. 26: Textiles & Teacups with Kayla Collins & Erica Bullock
March 4: Furniture Making of the 18th Century with Andrew Ownbey, Longleaf Antiques
Price:
Free
Where is the event?
Edenton Historical Commission (See address and directions below)
