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Dr. John Ott, History Professor, Portland State University
Step into the shadowy past of witch trials with historian Dr. John Ott, whose work delves into the political and cultural forces that fueled these waves of persecution. From medieval Europe to colonial America, learn how accusations of witchcraft were often used as tools of social control. Explore what these historic events reveal about fear, conformity, and the manipulation of public opinion—lessons that still resonate today. This lecture blends academic depth with gripping storytelling.
32077 | Thursday, September 25 | 10–11:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Oswego Adult Community Center
Registration: Call 503-635-3758 to Register
For More Information:
https://web.pdx.edu/~ott/
https://www.pdx.edu/profile/john-ott
*Headshot from Portland State University website
*Painting: Francisco Goya's "Witches' Sabbath" paintings, created between 1797-1798Printed from https://www.lakeoswego.city/events/acc-witches-witch-hunters-fear-and-power-history-past-talk/