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Life on the Line: The Evolution of the Bell Telephone.
Take a nostalgic look back at the indispensable instrument of communication. We all remember the telephone that we grew up with, the model at our grandparents’ home or the one our friends had that we wished we had. Now see how it evolved over the years through an entertaining presentation featuring memorable Bell Telephone advertisements. Here’s a chance to reminisce, admire, and laugh at 130 years of marketing – everything from the convenience of an extension phone in the 1890s, telephone etiquette in wartime, telephone’s to match your décor in the ‘60s, and modern styles of the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. You’ll also get to see some of those models up close as we’ll be bringing some classics from our telephone collection.
About the speaker
Brian Wood – Curator, Bell Homestead N.H.S, is a life-long resident of Brantford, and has always had an interest in local and 19th century history. First started exploring Bell family history during the Bell Centennial in 1974. Attended MacMaster University with an initial intent in pursuing a teaching career, however focused on museum work after starting as a summer student at the Bell Homestead during second year. Worked as an historical interpreter at the site through the summer of 1988 and following completion of a Hon. B.A. in Sociology and German, took on the Assistant Curator’s position in 1990. Was later promoted to Curator in 1995. During this period, has completed the Ontario Museum Association Certificate in Museum Studies. Has also participated as a member of the Board of Directors for the Brant Historical Society, Myrtleville House Museum, and the Lighthouse Festival Theatre, as well as the Museums Committee of the Ontario Historical Society. Brian has also volunteered at the Log Farm Museum in Ottawa, the Stratford-Perth Museum, and the City of Waterloo Museum. When not immersed in Bell family history, he enjoys travelling with his husband, James, and being a doggy dad to their Dachshunds, Blanche and Maude.
About Cambridge Third Age Learning
Cambridge Third Age Learning (CTAL) is a movement that encourages learning and discovery experiences for those in the 'third age'. As part of our Connections 50+ suite of programming, CTAL provides free monthly lectures in our Queen's Square location. With lecturers and topics carefully selected by our CTAL Committee, a volunteer-led group of contemporaries, the series is designed to inspire new thinking and engage inquisitive minds.
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COST: Free
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