The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is dedicating the month of March to celebrate Women’s History Month, offering a series of special programs and exhibits that highlight the profound contributions of North Carolina women. Venues across the state are set to host educational offerings ranging from historical tours to film screenings, according to an announcement from the department.
Historical significance at Somerset Place will be revealed through tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays, focusing on women both enslaved and free who contributed to the site's past. Registered groups of 15 or more can dive into this history for a small fee of $2 for adults and $1 for children, as reported by the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Another enlightening opportunity will be offered in March with the Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum's Dr. Brown and Women's Suffrage Tours. The tours, which will be available on Saturdays, aim to educate on the struggle for equal voting rights for women.
Further engaging events include the CSS Neuse Museum's Female Spy Dinner Theater, which narrates the story of Confederate spy Rose O'Neal Greenhow. At the cost of $35, attendees are promised a dinner, dessert, and an insightful presentation on the night of March 7. As mentioned on the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the North Carolina Museum of Art also contributes with a screening of "Song for Imogene," a film focusing on women's stories and crafted by a female-led North Carolina production company, followed by an artist talk available to members at reduced ticket pricing.
Exploring the rich tapestry of North Carolina's history, more lunchtime educational sessions are in store. The State Archives' online program, ‘Where Did All the Midwives Go?’, will examine the regulation of midwifery in the state from 1900-1940. According to a release from the department, the Museum of the Albemarle's 'Harriet Jacobs, A Woman of Conscience' will share the formidable story of Harriet Jacobs who, after enduring years of abuse and threats, escaped from slavery and became an advocate for freedom and rights for others.
The N.C. Maritime Museum is not left behind in the commemoration and seeks to enrich knowledge through its Whales and Whaling Symposium, featuring all-female speakers, and a hands-on learning experience during 'Deep Dive Into History: "Stitching the 18th Century"'. These events not only underscore the historical contributions of women but also aim to broaden public understanding of the role of women in history and today, as per the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources website.
With over 100 locations, including historic sites, museums, parks, and educational programs, the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is a beacon of preservation and education.
