Newtown Square Historical Society Presents: H.M.S. Titanic

The Newtown Square Historical Society presents Guest speaker, Dr. Joseph Edgette, a retired Widener University professor and expert in various fields including the Titanic. Please join us in the Dunwoody Village Auditorium in Newtown Square, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012.   Dr. Edgette studied the Titanic for years.  On the night of the ship’s fateful accident, several members of a wealthy well known local family, the Wideners, threw a dinner party for Captain Edward Smith, who planned to retire after this last voyage.  Certainly a case of one voyage too many.

The program will begin at 8:00 P.M.  There is no charge to attend this presentation and school children are welcome.  Fifteen minutes prior to the program, the Society will have a brief general meeting open to the public.  Come early to stay informed about what’s new in historic Newtown Square including our plans for Historic Newtown Square day on the first Saturday in June.

Dr. Edgette will give a stirring and informative talk on the history and  tragic sinking of H.M.S. Titanic – the White Star Line’s unsinkable floating Palace.  He will make this monumental event come to life with slides, facts and anecdotes, and tell of its impact on local families and history.

Refreshments will be served, offering the opportunity to network and meet your neighbors.