Beer, BBQ, and Intriguing Stories of "Violence in the Coeur d'Alenes: Mining Wars of the 1890s"
Name:
Beer, BBQ, and Intriguing Stories of "Violence in the Coeur d'Alenes: Mining Wars of the 1890s"
Date:
April 7, 2018
Time:
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
Event Description:
Crack open a cold one and settle in for intriguing stories of “Violence in the Coeur d’Alenes: Mining Wars of the 1890s”, with Dr. Kathy Aiken, Emeritus Professor of History at University of Idaho. Join LCHS and Hunga Dunga Saturday, April 7 at 4 p.m. at the Latah County Fairgrounds (1021 Harold Street).
The Coeur d’Alene Mining Wars of the 1890s pitted miners against large corporate entities. Like workers at Homestead and Haymarket, northern Idaho workers fought to achieve safe working conditions and a living wage. The story includes dynamite explosions, under-cover detectives, and Idaho governors declaring martial law. Issues of immigration, access to health care, and party politics have considerable contemporary resonance. The Coeur d’Alene Mining Wars are a seminal episode in Idaho history.
Doors will open at 4:00 p.m., program begins at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $8 for LCHS members and $10 for non-members. One beer is included with the entry fee. Additional beverages and BBQ will be will be available for purchase from Hunga Dunga Brewing Company before and after the talk.
Attendees will also be treated to live music from the Josh Hebert Trio, a local jazz combo of drums, upright bass, and saxophone.
The proceeds from Suds with a Scholar will support the ongoing programming of the Latah County Historical Society. LCHS exists to preserve the heritage of Latah County, and put it to use for the benefit of our citizens and communities. We accomplish these ends with exhibits, educational programs, research facilities, public events, community collaborations, and publications.
The Coeur d’Alene Mining Wars of the 1890s pitted miners against large corporate entities. Like workers at Homestead and Haymarket, northern Idaho workers fought to achieve safe working conditions and a living wage. The story includes dynamite explosions, under-cover detectives, and Idaho governors declaring martial law. Issues of immigration, access to health care, and party politics have considerable contemporary resonance. The Coeur d’Alene Mining Wars are a seminal episode in Idaho history.
Doors will open at 4:00 p.m., program begins at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $8 for LCHS members and $10 for non-members. One beer is included with the entry fee. Additional beverages and BBQ will be will be available for purchase from Hunga Dunga Brewing Company before and after the talk.
Attendees will also be treated to live music from the Josh Hebert Trio, a local jazz combo of drums, upright bass, and saxophone.
The proceeds from Suds with a Scholar will support the ongoing programming of the Latah County Historical Society. LCHS exists to preserve the heritage of Latah County, and put it to use for the benefit of our citizens and communities. We accomplish these ends with exhibits, educational programs, research facilities, public events, community collaborations, and publications.
