Adult Program - Myths & Miracles of Victorian Medicine

Tuesday, May 147:00—8:30 PMMain FloorBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind experience that will take you on a journey through time! Join us for an in-person exploration of medicine in the Victorian Age with the captivating Janet Parnes, who will be portraying Miss Myrtle Mills.

Discover the horrifying practices and milestone discoveries that characterized turn-of-the-century medicine and prepare to gasp, cringe, and even chuckle as you learn about practices that defy today's medical sense.

As we explore the world of medicine in the Victorian Age, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how far medicine has come and how we handle pandemics today. This is a unique opportunity to learn from the past and gain a new perspective on the world of medicine.

This program is supported by a grant from the Billerica Local Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

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