Historical Perspectives
Providing History-based Programs, Historical Research & Consulting Services to Individuals, Libraries, & Small Organizations
Marion, Iowa 52302
Upcoming Events
If you'd like to catch one of historian Kathy Wilson's virtual or in-person programs, in you're in the right place! Scroll down to find a place near you.
If you're considering having her present one of her wonderful programs for your organization, please drop us a note. Because of her health, Kathy will be retiring at the end of 2024, though she says she will accept a limited number of bookings in the future.
Historian Kathy Wilson presents Straight-laced Girls, Uptight Ladies, & Loose Women to a crowd in Grinnell, Iowa
above: Death Comes for Us All at the
Laurens Public Library, Laurens, Iowa
below: Kathy laces Lauren's director, Glenda Mulder into a corset during Fashions to Die For - Really!
Kathy's selfie with the attendees at the Friends of the Library Appreciation Tea, Oelwein, Iowa
Above: Kathy presented Downstairs at Downton for a formal tea held for the Hill's Bank & Trust Friends Group. The buffet featured traditional finger-foods prepared by the "Historic Foodies" of Iowa City.
Above: beautifully set tables at the Winterset library await the arrival of guests for the Downstairs at Downton program. Each table featured a lovely floral arrangement and an assortment of fine china cups and saucers including the one below.
Fans of Downton Abbey turned out for Kathy's program Downstairs at Downton at the library in Perry, Iowa
Please note host locations for correct Zoom time (e.g. 7:00 pm for NY is ET)
Below: guests enjoyed a formal tea before Kathy's Downstairs at Downton program at the Winterset Public Library where treats were provided by Anything Sweet & More, a popular local cafe.
