50th Anniversary Stories

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Fumie and Ahmed raise their glasses at a meal in France

50 Years of Love & Learning: Fumie and Ahmed’s Story

By Road Scholar

8/1/2025

President and CEO Jim Moses put his arms around Founders Marty Knowlton and David Bianco

50 Years of Road Scholar: Bridging Cultures, Inspiring Connections, Changing Lives

By James Moses

3/17/2025

87-Year-Old Civil Rights Activist Attends Road Scholar Civil Rights Program: “There’s Always More to Learn”

By Road Scholar

3/20/2025

Karen and her husband with an alpaca in Peru

A Family Legacy of Learning: Three Generations Embark on Road Scholar Adventures

By Road Scholar

10/20/2025

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

An instructor points at artifacts, while participants look on

A Home in Rome: The Partnership That Built Road Scholar’s Presence in Italy

By Road Scholar

2/27/2025

A group of Road Scholars stand with President Jimmy Carter and smile for the camera

A U.S. President’s Special Connection to Road Scholar

By Road Scholar

3/6/2025

Sir John sits with his family with the Aigas Field Centre in the background

Aigas Field Centre and Road Scholar: A 40-Year Partnership

By Road Scholar

2/14/2025

A black and white photo of Road Scholar Founders Marty Knowlton and David Bianco

Anne Maida: Employee #10 Looks Back

By Road Scholar

11/14/2025

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

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.

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