Rope: How A Bundle Of Twisted Fibers Became The Backbone Of Civilization

Speaker: Tim Queeney, B.A. When we tie our shoes, we don't think about the history of rope, but did you know rope has ties to prehistoric times in knots, pulleys, winches, and other tools? It also has a more current connection to outer space elevators. Learn more when Tim Queeney, the author of "Rope: How a Bundle of Twisted Fibers Became the Backbone of Civilization," comes to the Jefferson Educational Society. Queeney, the former editor of Ocean Navigator, will bring his adventures and exploration as a researcher, author, teacher, and teacher aboard tall ships to life on April 22 as part of the Hagen History Center Doris Becker Lecture Series, a free event, thanks to Mark Becker, who underwrites the series in honor of his late mother, Doris Becker.  *The event is free, thanks to the Doris Becker Lecture Series in conjunction with the Hagen History Center.    *This event is part of the JES's USA 250 Event Series. Location: Jefferson Educational Society - 3207 State St. Erie, PA 16508 Date/Time: Wednesday, April 22, 7-8:30PM Admission: FREE