Events and Activities : Blindness, Bandages and Backstories - May 12

Join the Benton County Historical Society for a presentation by Dave Baker as he shares his presentation entitled, "Blindness, Bandages and Backstories: The Medical History of Benton County."

Take a fascinating and sometimes alarming trip through the 19th century medical care in Benton County. Using first-person narratives, cure-all testimonies, and the latest in medical technology (a la 1890), Dave will bring you a history of Benton County that will have you thinking: dang, we've never had it so good!

The event will be held at the High School Auditorium in Vinton, on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.