The History and Hope of Immigrant Carvers.

Did you know that most Golden Age carousel artists immigrated from abroad? Get an in-depth look at the lives of German and Italian immigrant carvers and the obstacles they overcame to achieve the American Dream. The Carousel Museum’s Kristen Berggren will bring alive an appreciation of their contributions to the amusement industry and to the fabric of American life.

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October 10, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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95 Riverside Ave
Bristol, CT 06010, CT 06010 United States

cost

15

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The Carousel Museum

860-585-5411

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Did you know that most Golden Age carousel artists immigrated from abroad? Get an in-depth look at the lives of German and Italian immigrant carvers and the obstacles they overcame to achieve the American Dream. The Carousel Museum’s Kristen Berggren will bring alive an appreciation of their contributions to the amusement industry and to the fabric of American life.

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