The Roaring 1920’s

The Roaring 1920’s 

Saturday, November 21st at 11:00 a.m.


The Sherman Library is pleased to host author and historical storyteller John Cilio as he presents “The Roaring 1920s” on November 21 at 11 a.m. This fascinating program is part of the Library’s centennial celebration, commemorating its opening to the public in 1926!


Jazz, speakeasies, flappers, and financial upheaval—the 1920s transformed American society almost overnight. From the enactment of Prohibition and the victory of women's suffrage to the rise of middle-class prosperity and the eventual crash of 1929, this decade reshaped the nation's cultural landscape. Join historian John Cilio for a fast-paced, 50-minute journey through the defining moments and legendary figures of the Roaring Twenties.


John Cilio is a historical storyteller, author, and researcher with over 15 years of experience bringing the past to life. A member of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), the Organization of American Historians, and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, Cilio has published extensively across national magazines and newspapers. Through his captivating storytelling and in-depth research, John Cilio continues to inspire and educate. His talks blend rigorous research, vintage photography, and period storytelling to immerse audiences in history.


This is a free program at the Sherman Library. Register online at shermanlibrary.org/registration-dropdown or contact slprograms@biblio.org.