Best Ways To Celebrate Women's History Month In Minnesota
Where would society be without the contributions of great women? Thankfully, we don't have to find out the answer to that question because women have been an important part of history since the world started. One month out of the year, we take time to reflect on those great women, past and present, who have led us through the centuries and inspired us to be great as well. Minnesotans focus on women's history through events and celebrations in the month of March and remind us that small changes and actions can lead to great progress.
Women On Wednesdays
Rochester Civic Theatre
20 Civic Dr. SE
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 282-8481
www.rochestercivictheatre.org
Date: March 11, 2015
Women on Wednesdays is an ongoing event held on one Wednesday each month to raise awareness of the issues that women face. The event is led by female scholars and encourages thought-provoking conversation. This year, during Women's History Month, the event will be held March 11 at the Rochester Civic Theatre. An engaging discussion and presentation surrounding the issues of women in the performing arts will take place during this event. Women who are involved in the performing arts throughout the state and Southern Minnesota will discuss their challenges and opportunities within the field. Engage with the community at this free event.
Girl Shorts 2015
People's Center Theatre
425 20th Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 721-1186
www.theatreunbound.com
Date: March 7-15, 2015
Theatre Unbound is a local theatre company dedicated to promoting women in the performing arts. This year, during Women's History Month, it will be featuring a festival of one-act plays written, directed and performed by women. From March 7-15, the one-act festival will be run at the People's Center Theatre in Minneapolis. Each play focuses on women's perspectives on current events and supports past and present female contributions to the arts. Support this remarkable and inspiring production by Theatre Unbound by attending an afternoon of entertainment and education.
Sharing Herstory: A Celebration Of Women's History Month
Assisi Heights Spirituality Center
1001 14th St. NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 280-2195
www.rochesterfranciscan.org
Date: Marc 23, 2015
On March 23, the Assisi Heights Spirituality Center in Rochester will offer a program celebrating and recognizing the fantastic contributions of women throughout history. Virginia Wright-Peterson, a scholarly source on women's history, will be sharing her insight into notable women and important female contributions to society. Wright-Peterson, a local author, delves into the struggles and contributions of women to this great nation in her program. Guest speakers and stories from past and present women will be highlighted and many great female authors, educators and performers will highlight the evening as well.
Elizabeth C. Quinlan House
1711 Emerson Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55403
www.nps.gov
The Elizabeth Quinlan House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, sits in the Lowry neighborhood of Minneapolis to pay tribute to an amazing business woman from Minnesota. Elizabeth Quinlan is often called the "Queen of Minneapolis" for her contributions to the economy and her dedication to entrepreneurship during a time when women didn't even have the right to vote. Against all odds, Ms. Quinlan co-founded a successful woman's department store in 1894 and worked to raise the minimum wage and support other women in business. Visit her home and be inspired this month.
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Andrea Wodele is a freelance writer who has lived in the Twin Cities for the last 10 years. Her hobbies include exercising, driving kids around, watching Minnesota sports, and reading self-help literature. Examiner.com.
