 "Prose Roses and Autumn Interludes: Fragrant Melodies from Vachel
Lindsay's Landscape" will be presented by Furry as he performs on a
variety of musical instruments, including classical guitar, mandolin
and concertina. Two readers will recite works from the Lindsay
family archives between the musical performances. When not playing
music or baseball with his sons, Furry is the executive director of
the Illinois State Historical Society.
"The ‘Let us be bold with our songs' series is an educational and
entertaining experience," said Jennie Battles, Vachel Lindsay Home
site manager. "The program, drawing its title from Vachel Lindsay's
own words, is an opportunity for residents and guests of Springfield
to enjoy Illinois artists in the setting of the famous artist's
historic residence."
Limited seating is available.
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 The home will also feature a display of artifacts from the
Lindsay Family Collection.
Refreshments and tours of the home will follow the program.
The
Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St. in
Springfield, is the birthplace and
longtime residence of poet, author and artist Nicholas Vachel
Lindsay, 1879-1931. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m. for free public tours.
[Text from file received from
the Illinois Historic
Preservation Agency]
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