Convict Labor and the Granite Mountain Quarry
| Dates: | September 18, 2024 |
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| Meets: | W from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM |
| Location: | Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes 114 |
| Cost: | $15.00 |
There are 24 physical openings remaining.
Please note: this course requires membership in Abilene Membership or Abilene Membership or Fredericksburg Membership or Fredericksburg Membership or Highland Lakes Membership or Higland Lakes Membership or Lubbock Membership or 24-25 Lubbock Membership
From 1885 to 1887, over 300 state convicts labored at the Granite Mountain Quarry, cutting stone for the new Texas State Capitol building. There are a number of myths associated with convict labor including living conditions, racial mix and punishment. The lecture will include information on selection of the contractor, funding for construction and discussion of the myths which are now embedded in local history.
| Fee: | $15.00 |
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Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fee (Basic) | OLLI Member | $ 15.00 |
| Course Fee (Alternate) | Online Fee | $ 10.00 |
Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes 114
806 Steve Hawkins ParkwayMarble Falls, TX 78654
Bob Kent
Bob Kent earned a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Texas at Austin. He has published a number of professional and historical articles. He is on the board of directors for the Falls on the Colorado Museum.| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2024 | Wednesday | 1:30 PM to 3 PM | Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes 114 |
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