301.624.2888 ILRFCC.org 17 HISTORY, CULTURES & CURRENT ISSUES LIR244 The Outer Hebrides: The Wild Atlantic Islands of Northern Scotland 2 sessions, 5 hours | SW Pristine powder white beaches, breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and spectacular coastlines. The Scottish Western Isles of the Outer Hebrides are a diverse chain of interconnected islands steeped in history, culture, and Gaelic language. Follow along the North Coast 500 highway, often called the most scenic “wild” highway in the world. Discover the special magic of local whiskeys and learn how the village crofters create authentic “Harris Tweed” on home looms. Experience the mysteries of the late-Neolithic Standing Stones at Callanish (where Claire in the TV series “Outlander” travels back in time) and peer into the turf-roofed “black houses” of early settlers. Part history lesson and part cultural travelogue, this class will give you an armchair look at this magical part of the world. Note: This course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Marcy Gouge 5-Digit Number: 27964 | Tue, Thu 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 1/28 - 1/30 Location: Conference Center/E138 Tuition: $12 | Fee: $54 | Total: $66 LIR293 Journey Through Aviation History 5 sessions, 7.5 hours | SW Embark on a captivating exploration of aviation history. Uncover the fascinating story of how the Wright brothers defied gravity and gave wings to human ambition with the invention of the flying machine. Delve into the intricate web of events that transformed a simple airmail stamp into the foundation of modern-day airlines, shaping the way we connect and traverse the globe. Peek behind the curtain of airline travel and discover the intricate dance of logistics, safety protocols, and technology that orchestrates seamless journeys for millions each day. Relive the riveting saga of America's race to the moon and the extraordinary efforts that culminated in the historic moment. Finally, we will discuss ''The Miracle on the Hudson'' when Flight 1549 safely landed in the river, saving everyone on board. Note: This course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Michael Low 5-Digit Number: 27970 | Thu 2:00 - 3:30 p.m., 1/30 - 2/27 Location: Conference Center/E140 Tuition: $20 | Fee: $59 | Total: $79 NEW LIR309 American Women Who Found Freedom and Fame: Paris in the 1920s 3 sessions, 6 hours | SW The American women who moved to Paris in the early part of the 20th century traveled there to change their lives, but they also changed the world. Among them were artists, writers, entertainers, and even rich society women who all had one thing in common: they sought freedom from traditional female roles and wanted to express themselves without society’s restraints. In doing so they found fame and fortune and are still impacting our world today. Learn the complex and fascinating stories of Gertrude Stein, Josephine Baker, Isadora Duncan, among many others. Learn how history shaped their lives and how they, in turn, shaped history. As a supplement to this course, ILR has planned a bus trip to the National Portrait Gallery to view the “Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939” display running through February 23, 2025. Please see ILR882 on page 34 for information on how to sign up for the bus trip. Note: This course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Marcy Gouge 5-Digit Number: 28000 | Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 2/3 - 2/7 Location: Conference Center/E138 Tuition: $15 | Fee: $64 | Total: $79 LIR247 Armchair Escape Series: Shakespeare and Company, A Parisian Bookstore 2 sessions, 4 hours Through this series, you’ll discover the world without having to deal with the hassles of travel. We will bring the locations to you. Our escapes are inspired by interesting locales and popular culture. Let's now head to Shakespeare and Company and open the store’s archives to learn about those who have frequented this famous shop. This iconic Parisian bookstore is a mecca for tourists and has been a gathering place for literary greats, artists, and tourists for decades. Originally opened in 1919 on the Left Bank, the store saw authors such as Hemingway, Joyce, and Fitzgerald join weekly literary salons, creating an exciting era depicted in the 2011 movie “Midnight in Paris.” It has provided an unconventional hide-away for aspiring authors, called Tumbleweeds, who stay without cost for a night, or a year, to help run the bookstore while they write and experience the special light of Paris. Note: This course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Marcy Gouge 5-Digit Number: 27965 | Tue, Thu 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., 2/4 - 2/6 Location: Conference Center/E138 Tuition: $10 | Fee: $34 | Total: $44 Senior Tuition Eligible | Course tuition is eligible to be waived for MD residents 60+ years. Details on page 3. SW
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