Tenement Talk: What Does it Mean to Be an American?

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When: Wed, Mar 11 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Where: Tenement Museum
103 Orchard St.

212-982-8420
Price: $25 (includes book); $15 for members (includes book); Free, Suggested Donation of $10 for Virtual Livestream

Join us for a conversation with acclaimed writer Xochitl Gonzalez, author of novels Anita de Monte Laughs Last and Olga Dies Dreaming, and a regular contributor to The Atlantic. What is the American Dream? And how do recent economic and political shifts help reframe our understanding of the American Dream and its accessibility?  

For the in-person program, ticket price includes Gonzalez’s book, Olga Dies Dreaming. After the conversation, enjoy mini-tours, a reception, and a special 25% off your purchase in the Tenement Museum Shop for the evening. 

For the virtual program, Gonzalez’s book, Olga Dies Dreaming, will be available during the event at a special price of 25% off. 



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