Colloquium: The Secret Sauce of Snake Oil (LODI)

The Secret Sauce of Snake Oil Salesmen and how they made Millions

This presentation will cast light on the origins of the patent medicine shows that were started in England, then bloomed in the US. Learn about small time operations to sophisticated shows that used clever marketing and engaging performances to sell "Snake Oil" including devices. The shows were especially entertaining to the nation before the arrival of radio and film.

This is a special opportunity to visit Doctor R. Snick’s private collection of strange and dangerous medicines and a glance at dime museum lore.
Learn more about the “Doctor” at www.doctorrsnick.com

🎟 About the Free Event

Our colloquiums are free events, open to the public, normally at the Manteca Library. Those of all worldviews and faiths are welcome

⚠️ NOTE: Special Location in Lodi

Doors open at 6:45 PM and our featured talk starts at 7:00 PM sharp. We expect most Colloquiums to last until about 8:30 PM followed by mingling and cleanup.

A suggested donations of $10 supports this and future events.

🍜 Dinner Before

For those interested in having dinner first, head to the GK Mongolian BBQ (in Lodi, near Food 4 Less) prior to the event.

2314 W Kettleman Ln, Lodi, CA 95242

People typically arrive for dinner around 5:30 and leave at 6:30 to head to the event.