R.J. Linsey uses his thirty years of experience as a researcher, writer, and actor to create portraits of some of the most fascinating men in history. Lindsey draws upon his own family’s rich history; his ancestors served in the Virginia militia during the Revolution in 1776, settled the Great Plains by covered wagon, and joined … Continue reading
On Monday, March 22, 2010 The Little Traveler is pleased to host R.J. Lindsey, who will bring history to life with his presentation of American architectural legend, Daniel Burnham. Reservations are required for this event. Extensive research as well as documented speeches, letters and anecdotes were essential to crafting this authentic portrait. R.J. Lindsey has … Continue reading
Barbara Rinella is a former teacher and defines herself as an “Academic entertainer,” celebrating literature and learning through her delightful programs on current literature. Barbara takes on the personas of characters from the works of great authors and portrays a wide range of historical, fictional, and public figures with humor and wit. The Little Traveler … Continue reading
Dear Little Traveler, While reading the recent “Little Traveler Almanack,” I noticed the presentation “Visit with Walt Whitman – America’s Poet” on March 30. Though we live in Northwest Indiana, our travel time in excess of an hour, my husband and I were very glad we attended. Mr. Lindsay did an excellent job in his … Continue reading
I have been to your store many times, but never for any of your history events. My 28-year-old son enjoys poetry, and I can’t begin to tell you how excited I was when I saw “Walt Whitman — America’s Poet” living history portrayal as one of your highlights in March. I couldn’t think of a … Continue reading
Barbara Rinella, award-winning entertainer and lecturer, will present an astounding portrait of a great American–the first common man to be elected President of the United States—as she reviews American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by Jon Meacham. Set for Oct. 19th, the program will begin with breakfast at 9 a.m. in our Atrium … Continue reading
A New Historical Performance. Actress Lynn Rymarz portrays newspaper reporter Nellie Bly at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, in the Atrium Café. Hear about Bly’s life lessons and some of her stories, such as how she got herself committed to an insane asylum, was arrested, danced as a chorus girl, rode an elephant and raced … Continue reading
Entertainer R.J. Lindsey presents his unique dramatization of Thomas Paine – The Voice of the American Revolution, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Monday, Sept. 28 in the Atrium Café. Paine was America’s first best selling author whose pamphlet, “Common Sense,” inspired people to support independence. Doors open at 8:45 a.m. (Fulton Street entrance), with breakfast being served at … Continue reading