This event is in the past.It took place on April 15, 2026 at Kempf House.
Literature Talk
Literature TalkStep inside a Greek Revival gem and discover how one man's generosity changed the University of Michigan forever. Margaret Leary unpacks the story behind the Cook Law Quadrangle and the alumni philanthropy that helped UM compete with the Ivy League.
Free midday lecture
UM history deep dive
Local historian speaker
Historic house venue
Tips
🏛️Greek Revival house built 1853
🎹home to musicians Reuben & Pauline Kempf
Wednesday Noon Lecture — Giving It All Away
Old Fourth Ward
Literature TalkLiterature TalkStep inside a Greek Revival gem and discover how one man's generosity changed the University of Michigan forever. Margaret Leary unpacks the story behind the Cook Law Quadrangle and the alumni philanthropy that helped UM compete with the Ivy League.
Free midday lecture
UM history deep dive
Local historian speaker
Historic house venue
Tips
🏛️Greek Revival house built 1853
🎹home to musicians Reuben & Pauline Kempf
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