50th Anniversary Stories

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A view of Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West house at sunset

From the Archives: Playing Piano at Taliesin

By Road Scholar

11/18/2024

Where Inquisitive Minds Meet: The Bond Between Road Scholar and Chautauqua

By Road Scholar

11/13/2024

Connecting Hearts & Cultures: Road Scholars Volunteer at a Navajo School

By Road Scholar

11/12/2024

Canoes on the shoreline of a mountain lake

From the Archives: Elderhostel Turned My Life Around

By Road Scholar

11/6/2024

A colorful painted banner for Elderhostel shows smiling seniors playing music in front of a brick building.

The Elderhostel Institute Network: An Interview with Former Director Jim Verschueren

By Road Scholar

11/4/2024

Road Scholar Peg J. and a group of friends wave while standing in front of a historic stone building in Corsica.

Around the World with Peg J.: An Epic Adventure with Friends

By Road Scholar

10/31/2024

The Grand Canyon at sunrise, filled with golden yellows, reds, and blues

From the Archives: Suddenly Widowed at 53

By Road Scholar

10/30/2024

An older adult wearing a knit sweater uses a laptop, likely researching financial assistance options.

A Helping Hand: Road Scholar’s Financial Assistance & Scholarship Programs

By Road Scholar

10/29/2024

Welcome to Road Scholar’s 50th Anniversary Stories!

For five decades, Road Scholar has been inspiring lifelong learning through unforgettable adventures and a vibrant community of curious minds. As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we’re thrilled to share stories from our journey — tales of discovery, connection, and the love of learning that have shaped who we are today.

50 Years of Learning Since 1975

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