Derby Square Tours Lectures


(978)745-6314	jim@nii.net

Have Lectures, Will Travel

Lectures available to groups by
Jim McAllister of Derby Square Tours

All lectures last approximately one hour and are given by Jim McAllister. An asterisk (*) indicates an audio-visual presentation. To contact Jim call (978) 745-6314 or e-mail at jim@nii.net.

1692 REVISITED

This tightly-woven narrative chronicles the events of the infamous Salem Witch Trials and examines the social, legal and economic forces that led to the executions -- for witchcraft -- of 20 innocent people.

FROM PARIS TO PROVENCE: A CULTURAL ODYSSEY*

A visual record of a 12-day journey to art and literary shrines in Paris and the South of France, enhanced by photographs of paintings and notable artists and writers associated with early 20th century French culture.

A MOST REMARKABLE PLACE, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS*

This armchair tour of Salem, Massachusetts, one of America' s most fascinating and historic cities, features nearly 250 slides, many of which have appeared in the New York Times, and other national publications including Money, Tour and Resorts, and Americana magazines.

FROM HOMER TO HARTLEY: PAINTING ON CAPE ANN, 1850-1940 *

This fast-paced slide presentation explores the milieu that attracted or produced Edward Hopper, Winslow Homer, John Sloan, Fitz Hugh Lane and many other important American artists between 1850 and 1940.

LOCAL COLOR

Some of the region's most colorful characters --from the curious residents of Dogtown to the bizarre Lord Timothy Dexter -- and other local oddities come to life in this entertaining lecture.

BELL AND WATSON: THE TELEPHONE AND BEYOND

Profiles of two former Salem residents, for whom the invention of the telephone was just one of many contributions each made to the world around them.

NORTH SHORE HIGHLIGHTS*

Slides and stories recalling the Essex shipbuilding industry, Ipswich art and architecture, Marblehead patriots, Beverly summer folk, and other important North Shore themes.

LIFE AND DEATH AT SEA: SALEM SHIPS OUT

This fascinating look at the harsher side of Salem's glamorous and lucrative maritime trade industry includes tales of cannibals, pirates, disease, and mutineers.

LIFE WITH SCRUBRUSH: A DOG STORY*

A charming collection of anecdotes, from touching to downright hilarious, and images recall the life of a very special dog.

A CENTURY OF PRESERVATION IN SALEM*

An introduction to Salem's remarkable architectural treasures and past efforts by local organizations, institutions, and individuals to preserve them for future generations.

NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE'S SALEM*

A visual tour of Salem highlighting buildings, landmarks, and people - including the noted Peabody sisters - related to the author's life and literature.

NAME DROPPING*

An entertaining look at Salem's relationship to Alexander Graham Bell, George Washington, singer Paul Simon, authors Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry Miller, actresses Elizabeth Montgomery and Lee Remick, and dozens of other famous Americans from all walks of life..