The Mower County Historical Society will host its next Lunchbox History event at noon on Thursday in the Pioneer Building with local historian, author, and  MCHS Executive Director Randal J. Forster as he explores the travels of Gertrude Ellis Skinner.  

As a young girl, Ellis traveled abroad in 1889-90 and visited over 30 cities during a 14 month tour of  Europe, Palestine, and Egypt. This talk will explore the many letters that were published in the Austin Register that were written by her during her tour abroad. 

Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for this free event.