Beyond Biographies: First Ladies Symposium
April 4, 2020 |
Learn from notable historians and authors at this year's symposium,
"Beyond Biographies." The academic sessions will encourage thought
and discussion on the evolving role of a First Lady of the United States. Lunch
is provided.
Symposium Sessions
First Ladies, Suffrage, & Political Activism
Explore the undulations of first lady engagement in national politics
by looking at four distinct time periods: 1) the founding years, 2) the era of
the “new woman,” 3) the post-suffrage era, and 4) the modern feminist era.
First Ladies and the Media
This session will discuss how press framing of first ladies as models
of American womanhood has – and has not – shifted from the 19th to the 20th and
now into the 21st century.
Studying the Impact of the First Lady Role
Beyond the fashion and the White House renovations, first ladies
provide critical insight into American politics, gender norms, communication,
culture, and society that researchers can explore to better understand our
nation’s history.
The Future of the First Lady
The duties and expectations of American first ladies have evolved over
the years, often reflecting cultural changes in women’s personal and
professional roles. By addressing a number of questions, the panelists hope to
engage in a lively dialogue with audience members about the future of the first
lady institution.
Tickets are limited. Students must provide a valid ID at the symposium
check-in. Volunteer tickets are available for active National First Ladies'
Library volunteers only.
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Website:
www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-biographies-first-ladies-symposium-tickets-94655193231 |
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| Location Information |
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First Ladies National Historic Site |
205 Market Avenue South
Canton, OH 44702 |
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| Contact Information |
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Sarah Gage |
| Email:
sgage@firstladies.org |
| Phone:
330-452-0876 or 440-717-3755 |
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