Gaylord Building Historic Site Launches New Program Series: Think & Drinks
April 9, 2024
The Gaylord Building Historic Site announces the start of its new program series, Think & Drinks. These engaging and thought-provoking monthly presentations offer guests a unique opportunity to explore thought-provoking topics while enjoying their favorite beverages.
The series kicks off on April 23 with an Earth-Day inspired event, Windy City Weather: A Look at Argonne National Laboratory’s Research into Urban Climate Change.
Event Details:
- Title: Windy City Weather: A Look at Argonne National Laboratory’s Research into Urban Climate Change
- Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
- Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Location: Banquet room at the Gaylord Building
- Register Here
Atmospheric scientist Matt Tuftedal installs weather instruments at Chicago State University to record temperature, wind speed and direction, air quality, precipitation and soil hydrology. (image courtesy of Argonne National Laboratory)
Join atmospheric scientists Matt Tuftedal and Paytsar Muradyan as they share insights into changing weather, climate studies, and their work with Argonne’s Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) project.
CROCUS deploys cutting-edge scientific instruments across the region to measure temperature, wind speed, air quality, soil moisture, precipitation, and more. By analyzing t
his data, researchers gain a deeper understanding of how climate change is already impacting Chicagoland neighborhoods, and why different neighborhoods experience climate change differently.
Discover how this research empowers communities to effectively prepare for climate impacts. Plus, get a sneak peek at affordable tools you can use to set up your own weather station!
“We’re excited to bring regular programs back to the Gaylord Building,” says Clint Cargile, Manager of Public Programs at the Gaylord Building Historic Site. “Think & Drinks are a fun and unique way to engage with meaningful topics like Argonne’s innovative research into climate change.”
Beverages will be available for purchase from the Public Landing Restaurant, conveniently located within the Gaylord Building. These talks are geared toward adults, but thinkers of all ages are welcome to attend based on their interest and attention levels.
Registration is recommended for this free event to ensure we can accommodate everyone.
For more information, contact Clint Cargile, Manager of Public Programs: ccargile@gaylordbuilding.org
Mark your calendars for upcoming Think & Drinks:
May 23: The Happy Invention: History and Significance of Picture Postcards
Join Katherine Hamilton-Smith, museum and public history consultant, as she unravels the power and historical significance of picture postcards, including Illinois’ pivotal role in their development. Guests are encouraged to bring their own historic postcards to share!
June 6: Three Frenchmen & A Goat: The DeMoulin Bros. Story
Step back in time with John Goldsmith, founder and curator of the DeMoulin Museum in Greenville, Illinois. Explore the quirky world of fraternal initiation oddities and discover how a small company evolved into one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of marching band uniforms. This presentation is sponsored by the Illinois Humanities Council Road Scholar Program.
July 11: Unremembered: Tales of the Nearly Famous & the Not Quite Forgotten
Lockport native and acclaimed author Ken Zurski will regale you with captivating stories from his history book series, Unremembered. Don’t miss this chance to hear about his appearance on the History Channel and grab a signed copy of his books!
August 8: The Great Lockport Fire of 1895
Dive into the dramatic events of the 1895 Lockport fire, which ruined and then reshaped the city’s downtown. Learn about its impact and the pivotal role it played in the creation of the Lockport Fire Department. Coinciding with this event, our 3rd floor gallery will host a historical exhibit that brings this chapter of Lockport’s past to life.
About the Gaylord Building Historic Site:
The Gaylord Building, a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, played a vital role in the creation of the Illinois & Michigan Canal. A landmark since 1838, this handsome limestone warehouse originally stored canal construction materials and later housed a variety of commercial ventures. Today, it is a national example of adaptive reuse, community engagement, and serves as a gateway to the I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor. The Gaylord Building Historic Site is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization.