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Historically Speaking   
http://www.speakinghistorically.com/Our_Service.html
Contact:   Paul & Bonnie Stillman 607-695-2656
E-Mail: RealBenFranklin@aol.com

About the Provider

Paul Stillman has been performing his first-person, historical programs for over 20 years. His unique style has brought "history to life" for thousands of students and adults in New York State and beyond. Complete with visual aids and many props, he enhances historical fact and makes history fun!

Registration Information

Cost is $125 per program - For more information contact Paul and Bonnie Stillman at RealBenFranklin@aol.com

Connectivity

ISDN through

Linda Knowles
Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Business & Personnel
Steuben-Allegany BOCES
(607) 962-3175, ext. 250
Lknowles@saboces.org

Program Topics

Characterizations are all in the first person

Benjamin Franklin:

One of the founding fathers of our country.  Science, glass music, philosophy are only parts of Ben's life.  Either Young Ben or Old Ben.  All Ages

Theodore Roosevelt:

Our 26th President & former governor of NY.  Learn about his fascinating life.  Ages 4th grade & up

Nasty Ned the Frontiersman:

An 18th century  teller of tall tales & historical fact.  He blends Folk Tales & History into an entertaining & lively performance.  Featuring the famous story of the "Bear's Nose."     All Ages

Byron Scott, Civil War Soldier:

The Civil War, as seen through a NY regimental line Soldier.    Ages 4th grade & up

Thomas Stillwell, Revolutionary War Soldier:

A militiaman's view of the war that won our country's freedom in the 18th century.  Ages 4th grade & up

Native American:

New York State, Curriculum-based portrayal.  Many visuals.   All Ages

Galileo:

Early 17th century Renaissance man.  Mathematics, Science, Astronomy.  Ages 6th grade & up.

Ethyerhode of Pyggewhystle, Medieval Craftsman:

13th century England- a free man and artificer.  Ages 6th grade & up. 

Samurai:

17th Century Samurai warrior of the Toko Gawa Shogunate.  Learn what a samurai's life is like following the code of Bushido.  Ages 6th grade & up.

Colonial Craftsman:

Learn how things were made during the early part of the 18th century.  Rifle maker, quill maker, hornsmith.  Ages 4th Grade and up.