Academia Hernando launches spring lecture series on Peru

Academia Hernando will begin its Spring 2026 lecture series Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m. at the WellCome OM Center, 4260 Lake in the Woods Dr. The first session, titled "Peru Is More Than Machu Picchu," will present an armchair tour of Peru using the instructor's personal photographs and is the opening offering in a multi-lecture spring program.

The series carries a $90 fee and each lecture will run two hours with a 15-minute intermission. The fee covers the full spring session; registration requires mailing a $90 check along with a printed registration form. Organizers have provided contact details for submitting forms and obtaining more information.

For Hernando County residents, the series represents an accessible, locally hosted option for continuing education and cultural enrichment. Academia Hernando's programming traditionally attracts retirees, lifelong learners and community members looking for weekday daytime events that combine social engagement with mental stimulation. Hosting at the WellCome OM Center keeps the program within a familiar community venue and supports local activity schedules in southern Brooksville and surrounding neighborhoods.

The mail-in registration requirement is notable for residents who prefer or rely on digital signups; requiring a printed form and mailed check could present an obstacle for some participants. Residents who want to attend should prepare the required check and form promptly to secure a spot, since the registration process differs from many modern online systems. Those who need assistance completing the printed form or arranging postage may wish to contact the organizers ahead of Jan. 21.

Logistically, the two-hour format with a set intermission aligns with typical adult-education pacing, allowing time for discussion and social interaction without running late into the afternoon. The program's focus on visual travel storytelling uses personal photography to give local audiences an intimate view of cultural sites beyond a single iconic destination.

What this means for readers: the series offers a low-effort way to expand cultural horizons close to home and to reconnect with community programming after the winter holidays. Hernando County residents interested in the spring session should follow the organizers' registration instructions and plan travel to the WellCome OM Center for the Jan. 21 opening. Future sessions in the series will continue to shape fall and spring adult-education options available locally.