McLaughlin
Historian and author Mark McLaughlin will return to Dangberg Historic Park 10 a.m. Saturday to speak on Charles F. McGlashan who was an American writer, historian, journalist, educator, lawyer, amateur entomologist and astronomer.
He was also a Republican who took an active role in Sinophobic movements in Truckee in the 1880s. McGlashan Point overlooking Donner Lake is named after him.
In McLaughlin’s opinion, no one did more for the Truckee community and beyond, than Charles F. McGlashan, but his leadership in the 19th century anti-Chinese movement threatens his legacy today.
Mark McLaughlin was educated as an historian and cultural geographer at the University of Nevada, Reno, and has lived at Lake Tahoe since 1978. McLaughlin is an award-winning, nationally published author, professional speaker, and photographer with seven books and more than nine hundred articles in print. He is also a frequent guest and contributor on radio programs, documentaries, and regional and national television including The History Channel and The Weather Channel.
“Mark McLaughlin is a favorite presenter at Dangberg Historic Park and his presentations are always so informative and interesting,” said Kim Harris, the park’s events manager.
This event is free for all to attend.
Please bring your own seating and no pets allowed - certified service animals only. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy as no food or beverages will be sold at these events. All events are held outdoors. For more information on these events, or on visiting Dangberg Historic Park, please visit Dangberg.org.
