Rock Island Public Library

This year's Frieze Lecture Series celebrates the 150th anniversary of Augustana College. The annual lecture series partnership allows library guests to explore fascinating topics from Augustana College lecturers without tests or grades! On Oct. 21, Thomas Tredway, 7th president of the college, will speak on the history of Augustana during the pivotal years of 1935-1975. Each free lecture starts at 2 p.m. at the Rock Island Main Library, and includes coffee and conversation afterwards.

The 13th annual series is presented on four Thursdays, October 21 and 28 and November 4 & 11.