Americans saw a meteoric rise of silver firms in 1842. Join Diane Wachs, Cowan’s Auctions director of fine and decorative art, as she discusses the factors that led to the rise and the forms and designs that were created during that time period. $18 for KHS members and $23 for all other patrons. Reservations are required by Oct. 16. Contact Julia Curry at 502-564-1792 for more information.