Explore all things Titanic at the La Grange Public Library during the month of February.
A display of artifacts related to the doomed ocean liner will be available for viewing on all three floors of the Library throughout the month, including an intricate model of what at the time of its sinking in April 1912 in the north Atlantic was the world's largest passenger steamship.
Denise Vanaria, Titanic historian
Also on exhibit are photos and stories of survivors, jewelry and shoes from the early 1900s, and a reproduction of the five-foot cherub lighting fixture that graced the Titanic's grand staircase.
There will, of course, also be several featured books available for check-out.
On Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m., Denise Vanaria, a Titanic historian, will stage a dramatic portrayal as Mrs. Thomas Andrews, the wife of one of the Titanic's designers. Through her moving tale and authentic costume and jewelry, she will take her audience back to when the Titanic was built and set sail on its fateful maiden voyage. Space is limited for the program so registration is strongly encouraged.
In addition, two movies will be showcased:
- On Friday, February 19 at 1 p.m., the library's Classic Film Club will offer a free screening of A Night To Remember (1958) at the library. This British docudrama captures the grandeur and terror of Titanic's first and only voyage.
- On Sunday, February 21 at 7 p.m., the library partners with the La Grange Theater to show James Cameron's epic film Titanic (1997), starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio. This free screening will also be attended by Titanic historian Denise Vanaria and several others in full Edwardian dress. Moviegoers are encouraged to dress in costume.
Registration is not required for either film, but space may be limited.
To register for the Feb. 23 program, or for more information on Titanic Month at the La Grange Public Library, visit the Library's website or phone (708) 352-0576.
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