From the Parlor to the Polling Place:
Stories and Songs from Suffragists
June 9, 2021 at 7PM Limit of 40 attendees (see below)
Pierson Library

Presentation sponsored by the Vermont Humanities Council through its Speakers Bureau Program
Hosted by the Shelburne Historical Society and the Pierson Library

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 Cameron Steinmetz, 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.

Linda Radtke, the host of the VPR Choral Hour, has spent a lot of time through the years in the VPR studio singing with Counterpoint and other choral ensembles, volunteering for pledge drives, and recording for the commentary series. Linda has a bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and two Masters degrees from UVM. For the Vermont Humanities Council, she presents research on old Vermont songs throughout the state. Linda taught English for 31 years at Harwood Union High School in Duxbury, and now trains teachers for Vermont NEA.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendees are limited to 40. To attend the concert, email the Shelburne Historical Society at shelburne1763@gmail.com to reserve a seat.

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