Singer and historian Linda Radtke, in period garb and "Votes for Women" sash, celebrates the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment, specifically highlighting the decades-long persistence of Vermonters, both women and men. Radtke also traces the movement's alignment with other social justice initiatives such as temperance, labor conditions, wage equity, peace, and children's welfare. Both the songs and stories in Radtke's engaging presentation, accompanied by pianist Arthur Zorn, highlight Vermonters' efforts from 1840-1921, as they lobbied in churches, at "parlor meetings" at town halls and at the State House for total enfranchisement.

A Vermont Humanities Council Speakers Bureau event hosted by Chelsea Public Library.

This event is free, open to the public, and accessible to those with disabilities. Contact Elizabeth Morrison at chelsealibraryvt@gmail.com or (802) 685-2188, for more information.