The Tennessee State Library & Archives is excited to host a free Author Talks event with special guest Bill Carey as he explores previously unknown stories of life in 19th century Tennessee on Friday, August 11, 2023, from noon until 1:00 p.m.
The talk will take attendees on a journey into the past and examine how steamboats, railroads and the telegraph changed Tennessean’s lives and transformed Tennessee’s history.
Tennessee author Bill Carey is a monthly columnist for Tennessee Magazine and the founder of the Tennessee History for Kids organization. He has written several books, including Fortunes, Fiddles and Fried Chicken: A Nashville Business History and Runaways, Coffles and Fancy Girls: A History of Slavery in Tennessee. His newest book, True Tales of Tennessee: Earthquake to Railroad, details the stories of people and events that have often been overlooked.
Held at the Library & Archives, this event is free to attend. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch. Seating is limited. To make a reservation, visit bit.ly/TSLAAuthorTalks.
The Library & Archives is located at 1001 Rep. John Lewis Way North on Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, across from the Tennessee State Museum. The Library & Archives garage is on Junior Gilliam Way.
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