In the 19th Century "hired girls" were common in the middle-class households in Illinois.  A wave of immigrants made labor cheap and plentiful.  How did the nature of domestic service evolve as the century progressed?

SPEAKER:  Illinois Road Scholar Erika Holst of Springfield.  She is the curator of collections at the Springfield Art Association of Edwards Place and will guide guests on a journey through an under-appreciated segment of history.

MENU:  Choice of Lasagna or Raspberry Balsamic Cornish Hen on a bed of wild rice and seasonal vegetables.  Both entrees include Strawberry Pecan salad w/balsamic vinaigrette, garlic breadsticks, angel food cake.  Selection of beers and wines available at cash bar.

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