Tuesdays at Ten | The Other British Isles

There are more British Isles than just Great Britain and Ireland. These talks will explore the history, nature, art, music, and archaeology of eight small islands and groups: the Shetlands, the Orkneys, the Hebrides, the Isle of Man, Anglesey, the Scilly Isles, the Isle of Wight, and the Channel Islands. Each has its own unique character, scenic atmosphere, fascinating history, and quirky relationship with the United Kingdom. All would make great destinations for tourist visits.

About the presenter: Fred Christensen has taught history at the University of Kentucky and military science at the University of Illinois, Now retired, he teaches adult education classes in history and archaeology for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and other venues. This is his tenth “Tuesdays at Ten” series.

Tuesdays at Ten | Fall 2026

Sep 1, The Other British Isles
Sep 8, The Other British Isles
Sep 15, The Other British Isles
Sep 22, The Other British Isles
Sep 29, The Other British Isles

Oct 6, The Other British Isles
Oct 13, The Other British Isles
Oct 20, The Other British Isles
Oct 27, A Journey Down the Sangamon

Nov 3, The Observatories of Chile: The View from Below the Equator
Nov 10, The Observatories of Chile: The View from Below the Equator
Nov 17, The Observatories of Chile: The View from Below the Equator
Nov 24, The Observatories of Chile: The View from Below the Equator

Adults | Social, Presentation, Discussion

Main Library, Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

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