Historical Museum Lecture Series

The Historical Museum Lectures provide insights into the history of our region. They begin in the late afternoon so guests have the opportunity to enjoy our museum and gift shop beforehand and drive home before dark. Light refreshments are provided. The events are held in the Spirit Center’s Johanna Room at the Center for Benedictine Life at the Monastery of St. Gertrude; located at 465 Keuterville Road, Cottonwood, Idaho.

April 9, 3:00 p.m.
America 250: Bill Wassmuth – and the Power of Community
Presented by Christina Bruce-Bennion

As part of the museum’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday, this lecture examines the life and legacy of Bill Wassmuth, whose leadership and coalition-building helped counter hate movements in the 1980s and 1990s. His story shows how communities in Idaho and beyond have worked to defend human and civil rights and build spaces rooted in dignity and belonging.

Christina Bruce-Bennion is the Executive Director of the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights. The Center hosts 28 human rights exhibits in their new building in Boise, next to the Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial which they founded.