Kevin Bradford King

Become a 21st century Salonnier.

I am a "story teller" and will help you arrange a presentation for your friends, club or group on any topic you wish or I can choose one for you.

My presentations last about 45 minutes to an hour and I will be available for a question and answer section as well as a discussion afterwards. The conversations really begin at the end of my "Story".

I am also available as a guide for visits to historic places, museums or guided tours.

A full list of possible topics is available upon request.

Please refer to the list of the magazine articles I have written for possible further topics. 

Prices may be based on audience size

Prices upon request

786 521 3098

       "STORY TELLING" 

Calendar at GULLIVER PREP AND OTHER VENUES

• 2023-2024

SEASON

SEPTEMBER 10TH

THE FABULOUS BOUVIER SISTERS 

When Princess Lee Radzwill passed away  two years ago , it was truly the end of an era and  engendered a renewed interest in the world of elegance, tragedy and glamour in which these two extraordinary women lived.

NOVEMBER 19TH

PALM BEACH GOTHIC

Murder, Scandal and Splendor 

From the mysterious death of railroad tycoon Henry Flagler to the secrets of the Kennedy Villa to the storied history of Mar-a-lago , Palm Beach has been a moasic of gifted designers, famous families and international scandals. the glittering sands, terrazzo terraces and  coral rock columns  have seen more  then share of the dark side of glamour .

JANUARY 14TH

CASTLES IN SPAIN

The boyhood dreams of the other Deering brother

Both of the two gilded age brothers  attracted a bohemian set of international set of bohemian writes, artists , movie stars. and architects. however, of the two it was Charles who truly had the soul of the artist. he studied in Paris with John Singer Sargent and bought and restored several castles in Spain which he then gave to the Spanish government before retiring to his  Spanish fortress in the jungles of Florida.

MARCH 19TH

WHO KILLED THE BRACH CANDY HEIRESS

Helen Brach, one of the wealthiest women in  America and heiress to the brach candy fortune went to the mayo clinic for a checkup after which she was driven off in a chauffeured limousine and was never seen again.  Who was it; the houseman who had recently  and inexplicably bought a  restaurant grade meat grinder, or was it the playboy in Ocala who had sold her race horses except they weren't, or was it the mob boss in Chicago who somehow was involved in the world of the beloved socialite.   the odd disappearance of one of Americans wealthiest women might have finally been solved or has it?

APRIL 28TH

More three day getaways in Florida and up the east coast

TWO FIELD TRIPS ARE PLANNED THIS YEAR FOR OUR GULLIVER PARENTS 

DECEMBER 10TH

After my lecture on palm beach we will visit the  mansion and worth avenue iand end our after noon with lunch n gilded age splendor in at the  historic breakers.

FEBRUARY 7TH

A trip to the Charles Deering estate for a history and craft demonstrations with a lovely lunch planned on the ocean .

Testimonials

"For me, the best part of Mr. Kings presentations are the conversations they inspire after he finishes.  His "stories" always open up subjects that we discuss for hours afterward and he always stays until the end of the evening talking with us."  Oved Diaz-Photographer

"Mr King took took our group on a guided tour to Villa Vizcaya. The villa is a visual feast but Mr King's  details of how life was lived in those surroundings during the 1920's was invaluable as it allowed us to visualize the villa as it was more clearly. For example the drive is now asphalt but he pointed out that back in the day winding drive was made completely of crushed seashells glittering in the sun and the owner had two men whose only job was to rake the drive into geometric designs whenever a car passed through. I highly recommend Mr. King as a guide, he truly has the power to make history come alive." Sally Peters- Talent Manager

"Mr King was able to change, with short notice, the subject of the presentation we had originally asked him to do. The subject was completely different but his wonderful visuals and presentation didn't suffer because of the time constraints, it was as seamless and entertaining as ever. I highly recommend his unique "story telling" abilities."  Andrea Libra- Talent Facilitator

Some of my recent " story telling" presentations have focused on the following topics.

Havana 1958

A  recreation of  Havana when it was the international playground of movie stars, Cafe society and mobsters. From the Gran Prix to the  lavish nightclubs, bars and hotels, the dolce vita of life before the revolution.

Famous Women of Florida

From Hedy Lamrr to Marjorie Stoneman Douglas, women pioneers from the world of Business, Aviation, Conservation, Literature and Science are revealed.

The Ringling Bequest

The gilded age palazzo, Ca' d' Zan, of circus impresario John Ringling is explored as well as his magnificent art collection. The collection was left to the state of Florida in 1936,  it languished under the states care until acquired by Florida State University. Today the museum, mansion and grounds have been beautiful restored. But thejourney it took to get there was truly a circus ride. 

The Shepherdess Queen and the Swindle of the Century.

This story involves a Queen, a Cardinal, two court jewelers and a scheming Countess who masterminds a swindle that brings on the French Revolution.  

In 1784,  Marie Antoinette is ensconced in her fantasy peasant village at Versailles, totally unaware of the nefarious plot unfolding around her, until, an odd conversation with her jewelers about a five million dollar diamond necklace opens the floodgates to the grandest scam of the 18th century. 

PRINCESS AINA AND THE EMERALD PARROT

I have been working all summer on a fictionalized account on the life Princess Alia who was the daughter of a king in what is present day Nigeria. Captured by a rival king in 1840 and scheduled for execution at 7 years old, she is suddenly rescued by Captain Forbes of the Royal Navy and  taken to England where her name is changed to Sarah Bonnetta Forbes and Queen Victoria adopts her as her Goddaughter. The touching relationship between the Captain, the Queen and the little African Princess without a home, during this turbulent time in 19th century history, makes for an unforgettable story. 

We follow her story from the time of her rescue to the her return many years later to the find a parrot she lost on that fatefull day

The book is being written for children in the 6 to 12 year age rage.  in collaboration with the Queen of Hearts. I shall say no more.

I hope to publish within this school year

May I pick the topics for Mr. Kings Presentations or Stories?

Yes. Any topic you wish to hear may be given to me to research and present.

How much notice do I need to give Mr. King in advance?

I require two weeks notice to research the topic, gather the visuals and creat a narrative to make the "story "come alive.

Does Mr. King do special guided tours to museums or historic places?

Yes,  I will arrange trips for you,  your friends , clubs or groups to various  historic or cultural venues. 

How much does an evening presentation or guided tour cost?

Prices are available upon request. Prices may vary due to crowd size.