History of Pullman - Virtual Lecture

The History of Pullman - Guest speaker Andrew Bullen, resident of Pullman, Ill. and historian, has written extensively about George M. Pullman. Mr. Bullen’s undertaken projects for the Pullman House History Project and the Historic Pullman Foundation in Chicago.

He’ll share the five core stories of Pullman – George and his family, the Company and its products, the town of Pullman, the people of Pullman, and labor and race issues. His virtual lecture will encompass an overview of these topics, including the complex story of labor and race relations as seen through the lens of the company.

George M. Pullman, NY native, who once worshiped at our 1834 Cobblestone Church, memorialized his parents through the Pullman Memorial Universalist Church in Albion, left a legacy that’s a part of American history.

Our virtual lecture series has become quite popular during the Museum’s off-season to raise needed funds. Registration proceeds benefit the Cobblestone Society & Museum, a 501c3 nonprofit organization.