
Episode #70 - Introducing the Adaptation Book & Movie Discussion Group
The Mercantile and the Mini Microcinema are teaming up to offer a new discussion group exploring films and the books that inspired them. In this episode, Hillary talks with Lillian and Michael of the Mini Micro to introduce the series. For more information, visit the Library's website.
30mins
2 May 2019
Rank #1

Episode #64 - Eli Meiners of 21C Museum Hotels
A conversation with Eli Meiners, Director of Museum Operations for 21C Museum Hotels. Eli was also part of the team that worked on the renovation of the Mercantile Library's Reading Room in 2010, as part of the celebration of our 175th year.
25mins
15 Oct 2018
Rank #2
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