Explore Our Courses

Discover a diverse range of courses that will spark anyone's curiosity.

The Hidden Lives of Famous Artists

Behind the brushstrokes lie stories of love, loss, passion, and perseverance.

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two person standing near Vincent Van Gogh Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear

Beautiful words. Deep feelings. Shared stories.

Big questions. Beautiful answers. A journey beyond the stars.

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red roses on book
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silhouette photography of person
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photo of red and blue zippers

Toasters, zippers, and toilet paper—oh my!

The History of Everyday Things

Single Classes

As your partner, we’ll collaborate with you to develop courses your residents would love. Here is a sample of single 60 to 90- minute lectures on a wide variety of engaging topics.

Poetry for the Soul
The Wonders of the Universe
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a computer generated image of a human brain
How AI Works

A friendly, one-session introduction to artificial intelligence—designed to inform, demystify, and spark curiosity.

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Rolling Stone logo
Music Through the Decades

From swing to rock & roll, Motown to disco—the soundtrack of a lifetime.

Famous Women Who Changed the World

Trailblazers, boundary-breakers, and brilliant minds.

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a woman working in a lab with a lot of bottles

A sensory tour of countries, cultures, and their food traditions.

A 4-week current events series exploring the roots, realities, and ripple effects of a global crisis.

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photography of food powders
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a close up of a globe with a black background

Romance, heartbreak, and resilience through time.

Great Love Stories in History and Literature

One-Month Courses

One month courses meet once a week for 4 weeks, going into more depth on a single topic and engaging residents to do their own research and discussion over a longer time period.

Travel the World: Cultures & Cuisine
Understanding the Russia–Ukraine Conflict: History, Headlines & Humanity
Game Changers: The History and Heroes of American Sports

A 4-week celebration of the athletes, teams, and unforgettable moments that shaped the world of sports—and our lives along with it.

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a statue of a man holding a globe
From Alchemy to Algorithms: A Journey Through the History of Science

A 4-week exploration of the bold thinkers, strange experiments, and world-changing discoveries that shaped modern life.

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man and woman dancing at center of trees