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Lunch Box Lectures at the City of Raleigh Museum

Every third Thursday

News Published 3/7/2025 Updated 3/7/2025

Feed your belly and your brain. Bring your lunch and listen to a lecture!

Feed your belly and your brain! Bring your lunch to the City of Raleigh Museum and listen to a captivating lecture every third Thursday of the month.

Time: noon - 12:45 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

gold and purple flowers at Fred Fletcher Park

Erica Winston
Thursday, March 20

This month, we welcome Raleigh Garden Club member Erica Winston. Her talk will be on Women-owned green businesses of the early 20^th century. This lecture delves into how the emergence of garden clubs during this era fostered a "shadow economy," enabling many families to navigate the challenges of the Great Depression. Discover how these clubs not only provided financial support but also offered women a platform to showcase their talents and gain recognition.

a vintage image of Isabelle Bowen Henderson House and Gardens

Russ Stephenson
Thursday, April 17

This month, we welcome Russ Stephenson. Russ will speak on the history of the Isabelle Bowen Henderson House and Gardens. Discover a hidden gem in the heart of West Raleigh—now a Raleigh Historic Landmark—where history, architecture, and horticulture intertwine.