“Hip Hop Intellectuals”*
Presented by Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
Tuesday, February 2
5:00PM Reception, 6:30PM Presentation
Join us for this special Black History Month presentation. Dr. Marc Lamont Hill is one of the youngest members of the growing body of “Hip-Hop Intellectuals” in the country.  His work covers topics such as hip-hop culture, politics, sexuality, education and religion. He regularly appears on CNN, MSNBC and Fox News and his column The Barbershop Notebooks, appears bi-monthly in PopMatters Magazine. Dr. Hill will discuss the intersection between youth, popular culture and education.








Chuck Chalberg as
President Theodore Roosevelt*
Tuesday, February 23
5:00PM Reception, 6:30PM Presentation
Rough Rider, President, outdoorsman, historian and progressive reformer are all words that describe Teddy Roosevelt. Join us as we welcome historical impersonator, Dr. John “Chuck” Chalberg as President Theodore Roosevelt. Chalberg delights audiences throughout the United States with his historical impersonations. His presentation explores this historic president’s vibrant history and contributions. Dr. Chalberg is a professor of American History at Normandale Community College in Bloomington, MN.






“Skirts in the Boardroom”*
Presented by Marshawn Evans, J.D.
Tuesday, March 2
5:00PM Reception, 6:30PM Presentation
Join us as we celebrate Woman’s History Month with a special presentation by Marshawn Evans.  The journey for entrepreneur, attorney and author, Marshawn Eveans, stretches from being labeled a problem child to becoming one of Glamour Magazine’s and USA Today’s top women in America.  As a former cast member of The Apprentice and the President and Chief Branding Officer for EDGE 3M, a media, marketing and management firm for celebrities and professional athletes, Evans presentation will be educational and entertaining.  Following her presentation, Evans will be available to sign her book, “Skirts in the Boardroom: A Woman’s Survival Guide to Success in Business and Life.”





Discover Nebraska Family Day*
Greg Wagner, NE Game & Parks
Saturday, March 13
11AM Presentation
Join us on March 13 and rediscover the road trip with the help of Nebraska Tourism! Join Greg Wagner with Nebraska Game & Parks and discover what’s in our own back yard. Learn about the numerous hunting, fishing, camping, boating and state park destinations that our great state has to offer. From one end of the state to the other, your family will be inspired by a land with natural beauty, family friendly activities and exciting attractions.
    All day, museum guests will receive a FREE 2010 Nebraska Travel Guide compliments of Nebraska Tourism, and meet Tyler, the animated star of Nebraska Tourism’s Youth Program. Tyler loves exploring Nebraska’s nine scenic byways and is itching to hitch a ride in the unsuspecting family’s minivan. Check him out in a series of podcasts, downloadable games and in the printable travel journal at www.VisitNebraska.gov/Youth. 
    On this special day, visitors can register to win door prizes and even a chance to win a Garmin handheld GPS compliments of Nebraska Tourism. So come Discover Nebraska at The Durham!

Yesterday & Today*
Presented by Kristine Gerber and Tom Kessler
Saturday, March 27, 1PM
Ever wonder how photographers are able to get the difficult shot?  Explore the world of aerial photography at a special presentation and book signing on March 27 with Kristine Gerber and Tom Kessler. Gerber and Kessler are the author and photographer of Omaha-Council Bluffs Yesterday & Today. This unique book is a collection of vintage photographs of greater Omaha and Council Bluffs landmarks and locations. Photos taken by renowned photographers, are paired with modern day photos taken by Kessler. Landmarks include the Stockyards, Peony Park, Boys Town and Rosenblatt Stadium.





NASA Distance Learning Program*
March 30 & April 7 at 1PM 
John F. Kennedy Space Center has launched all U.S. Human Spaceflight Missions. Preparing a vehicle to lift off into space requires a special location, massive facilities, unique equipment and tools, and a world-class workforce. It has also been a destination for visitors from around the world. Now you can journey to Kennedy Space Port for a highly interactive two way visit from a front row seat in the Stanley and Dorothy Truhlsen Lecture Hall. You will have the opportunity not only to see the facility, but to talk to an expert tour guide and ask questions about the space port and why there are alligators in the parking lot.




*Due to limited seating, reservations are required. Please call Andrea Boschult at (402)444-5071 or email aboschult@durhammuseum.org. Cost of museum admission applies and members are FREE for all lectures.