FAQs
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Schedule & Location
When and where does the series take place?
Sessions are held on six consecutive Wednesday mornings, July 8 through August 12, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The final session on August 12 runs slightly longer, ending at 12:00 PM.
Sessions are held in person at the Lebanon Opera House (LOH) in Lebanon, NH, and are available via livestream for those who prefer to attend online.
Where is the Lebanon Opera House (LOH), and what are my parking options?
The Opera House is at 51 North Park Street in Lebanon, NH. Free parking and public lots are available nearby. Adhere to time limits and avoid any spots with parking durations of 1 hour or less.
Osher will provide permits granting extended use of spots marked for 2 hours or more; these are not effective for spots marked for shorter time durations. Osher cannot resolve parking violations - follow the instructions on your ticket to appeal.
Click this link for a parking map of the downtown Lebanon area.
Is a livestream option available?
Yes! Each session is available via livestream. Livestream access details will be sent to you after registration. If you experience technical difficulties on the day of a session, contact Osher at osher@dartmouth.edu.
If you register to attend in person, you can request a livestream link by emailing osher@dartmouth.edu AT LEAST 24 HOURS BEFORE A SESSION. We cannot guarantee a response to requests made after that deadline.
Will session recordings be available afterward?
Recordings are available to both in-person and livestream registrants at the conclusion of each session. The livestream link doubles as the link to the session recording. Email osher@dartmouth.edu if you need the link for your session.
The 2025 Summer Lecture Series (SLS) and other past SLS recordings are available on the Osher at Dartmouth YouTube channel.
Registration & Cost
Do I need to be an Osher member to attend?
Registration is open to members and non-members alike. However, Osher members receive discounted pricing and may receive exclusive access to certain related content. Visit our membership page to learn about joining.
When does registration open? How do I register?
Registration is currently open. Visit our Summer Lecture Series page to register, or call the office at (603) 646-0154 for assistance.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are available at two* price levels: Osher at Dartmouth members and non-members. If you plan to attend all sessions, you will save money by purchasing a series ticket rather than individual session tickets. Pricing for our 2026 series is as follows:
- Full series, Osher members: $135 per person
- Full series, non-members: $165 per person
- Single Session, Osher member: $35 per person, per session
- Single Session, non-member: $45 per person, per session
*Teachers are eligible to receive a discount. Contact the Osher office at (603) 646-0154 for more information or email osher@dartmouth.edu.
Can I register for single sessions, or must I register for the full series?
Both options are available. Full-series registration offers better value, and some exclusive related events (such as the Hood Tour) are available only to full-series registrants.
In-person Attendees
Where is the Lebanon Opera House?
The Opera House is located at 51 North Park St, Lebanon, NH 03766. You can visit their website at https://lebanonoperahouse.org/.
What are my parking options?
Free parking and public lots are available near LOH. Adhere to time limits and avoid any spots with parking durations of 1 hour or less.
Osher will provide series registrants with permits granting extended use of spots marked for 2 hours or more; these are not effective for spots marked for shorter time durations. Single-session attendees can collect a permit from the 'Will Call' counter at LOH on the morning of each lecture.
Osher cannot resolve parking violations. Follow the instructions on your ticket to appeal.
How do I get my ticket?
Series tickets can be collected at the Osher at Dartmouth offices by anyone who registers before June 19. After that date, you can collect your ticket from the 'Will Call' counter in the lobby at LOH on the morning of each lecture.
Single-session tickets will be available at the 'Will Call' counter in the lobby at LOH on the morning of each lecture.
I can't make it to one of the lectures. Can I watch the livestream?
In-person registrants can opt to join the livestream for any session instead of traveling to LOH. To request a link, email osher@dartmouth.edu AT LEAST 24 HOURS BEFORE the session. Requests made after that deadline may not receive a response in time to join the live session.
During the Question and Answer period, how can I ask the speaker a question?
Write your question on the notecard provided at entry and drop it in the collection baskets near the doors or at the stage. Questions are accepted until ~15 minutes into the break.
Is there an accessible entrance for people with mobility needs?
Yes, the City Hall entrance, located on the eastern side of the building, is accessible via ramp and leads to an elevator.
Livestream Attendees
How do I connect to the livestream?
Livestream links will be emailed to registrants 1 day before each session, with a reminder on the morning of each lecture. Each session has a unique link, which also provides access to the recording. Do not share links - they are for paid registrants only.
What do I do if I want to attend one of the sessions in person?
Seats at LOH are reserved for in-person registrants only. If you wish to transfer your ticket to the in-person option, contact the Osher office before the session. A transfer is dependent on the availability of seating.
Are sessions recorded? How do I watch?
The livestream link you will receive also provides access to the recording. Do not share links - they are for paid registrants only.
During the Q&A period, how can I ask the speaker a question?
You can submit your question via Live Chat (sign in to Google first), or email osher@dartmouth.edu. Questions are accepted until ~15 minutes into the break.
Related Events
What is the Prologue Lecture, and do I need to register separately?
The Prologue Lecture will take place on Saturday, June 6, with speaker Dr. G. Christian Jernstedt. This is a standalone introduction to AI in advance of the SLS. It is open to anyone, whether or not you plan to attend the series. Details and registration info are available on the Prologue Lecture page.
What is the exclusive Hood Museum Tour?
SLS series ticket registrants have exclusive access to a special guided tour of the Hood Museum of Art at Dartmouth College on Thursday, July 23. This is a wonderful complement to the series and a rare opportunity to explore the museum with fellow SLS participants. Details are available on the Hood Tour page.
What are the Post-Lecture Discussions?
After each session of the SLS, participants (both in-person and livestream) are invited to come together for a post-lecture discussion, which will take place at 1 Court Street in Lebanon and simultaneously via Zoom. These are free sessions, with registration open to everyone. Details are available on the Post-Lecture Discussion page.
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