Presentation and Book Signing by local author Richard Welch.
Local historian, author and educator Richard Welch presents this lecture based on his newly published book Long Island’s Gold Coast Elite and the Great War, which explores how the leading families of the North Shore mobilized to support the Allies at the outbreak of war in 1914. Morgan bankers, movie producers, society glitterati, government officials, politically connected lawyers and one ex-president arranged massive loans and supplies for the Allies, while agitating for militarization and intervention. Books will be available for purchase and signing following the presentation (Cash or check payment accepted). Registration is required. Open to all.
The Main is located in the heart of Huntington Village, on the corner of Prospect Street and Main Street. The Main has a large auditorium and two smaller meeting rooms, one room for Children's programs and a conference room. There is also a Local History room located on the second floor and an Art Gallery located on the lower level.