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Historical Programs

Bring some excitement and 'edutainment' to your next event.

Your attendees will enjoy:

  • An entertaining after dinner program.
  • A family-friendly program for all ages.
  • A one-of-a-kind keynote address.




Elizabeth St. Claire, the Tombstone Storyteller

Take a journey to the real old west where opportunities abound but danger lurks.

Elizabeth has just completed the journey of a lifetime. She and her husband traveled to Tombstone the Arizona Territory to strike it rich and found themselves in a Wild West boomtown complete with stagecoach robberies and a gunfight near the O.K. Corral.

Elizabeth does more than just entertain. Her stories are based on solid historical research and reveal real-life experiences of the Old West that are often more remarkable than fiction! Within the historical context of their 'time travel trip' your audience will relive the moment and experience examples of:


  • Courage
  • Heroism
  • Law & Order
  • Resiliency

Photo by Tombstone Photo Studios, Tombstone, Arizona
"I liked the fact that Gayle dressed up for the part. I liked the story of Wyatt Earp. An overall awesome presentation."
- Derek Forrest, Glendale, Arizona

"Great story line and documented history."
- Anne Wolbert, Arizona State University West

""Many good stories about Wyatt Earp and his brothers. Made me feel like it was real with so many details."
- Denny Grossman, Burbank, California

The 'Elizabeth' program is a third person narrative and runs approximately 45 minutes to one hour. It is suitable for adults and students as young as the fourth grade.
Anna Ferguson WWII Housewife & Defense Worker

Photo by Camel Studios. Location: Historic Sahuaro Ranch, Glendale, Arizona
Uncertain times, unexpected life changes, separation from loved ones.

Anna's world has suddenly been turned upside-down by war. Her husband has joined the service and she is left to cope with shortages at home while working at a "man's job." Anna faces these challenge with grace and dignity as she exemplifies the selfless efforts made by countless women during WWII.

Your audience will be moved as they learn the reason why this generation has often been referred to as "The Greatest Generation." Within the historical context of their 'time travel trip' they will relive the moment and experience examples of:

  • Altruism
  • Courage
  • Family Values
  • Patriotism
  • Teamwork

"Our fourth graders and teachers learned so much from your presentation. You truly set us back in time."
- Sharon Eshelman, West Point Elementary School, Surprise, Arizona"

"Gives those of us who were born after the war a glimpse of life in 1943."
- James Lukes, Scottsdale, Arizona

"I hope you bring this history to young people as it is a 'hands on' presentation."
- Doris Nixon, Glendale, Arizona

The 'Anna' presentation is a first person narrative and is approximately 30 minutes long. This program is suitable for adults, seniors, and students as young as the fourth grade. Historic artifacts are presented throughout the program.
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