Learn about an artist and his crime fighting comic strip!
Join Tracy O'Connell as he chronicles the life and career of his grandfather, Chester Gould, creator of the Dick Tracy comic strip. O'Connell will share photos and stories about Gould, as well as offer insight into Gould's writing and drawing techniques. In addition, he will discuss the impact of this unique crime fighting comic strip on the community at large, including the creation of the nationwide "Crime Stoppers" program.
The program is at 7 p.m., Friday, October 11 at the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third Street, Geneva. Registration is $10 each or $5 for GHC Members and Students and includes admission to the museum exhibition, Start With A Sketch featuring cartoonists and illustrators connected to our community. Register online at genevahistorycenter.org or call 630-232-4951.
