Historic Voices: Historical Wizard of Oz

Just hearing the name “Oz” conjures up fantastic images, adventures, and heartfelt memories. So many of us can recite the plot of the famous story, but how many of us really know what went into creating it? What influences did L. Frank Baum have in his life as he created what is widely acknowledged as America’s First Fairytale? Librarian Laura Keyes will separate fact from fiction as she shares the fantastic story of this amazing man, who created ­The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

Laura Keyes portrayed Dorothy Gale in a school production of The Wizard of Oz when she was in 5th grade. Currently the director of the Dunlap Public Library in Central Illinois, she was was invited to speak at “The Yellow Brick Road in the 21st Century” Conference.
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