Born in Newark, Stephen Crane was the youngest son of Jonathan Townley Crane, D.D., former principal of Pennington Seminary. At thirteen, Crane followed in his father’s footsteps, attending the Seminary, where he laid the groundwork for his future as a writer. A literary giant of the 19th century, Crane influenced Hemingway, Conrad, and Cather. He authored The Red Badge of Courage, a classic Civil War novel, and “The Open Boat,” a landmark of literary Naturalism. A prolific writer and journalist, Crane covered wars in Cuba and Greece, published stories across the West, and worked for major New York City newspapers.

In this talk, The Hopewell Museum trustee Eric Lubell will present a multimedia portrait of Crane’s life and work, exploring his genius, controversies, and enduring influence on American literature.

This program is co-sponsored by the Hopewell Valley Historical Society, The Hopewell Museum, and the Pennington Public Library.

Learn about the life of illustrious author and one-time Pennington resident Stephen Crane

Sunday March 30, 2025 - 3pm

at the Pennington School, Wesley Forum