Born Fannie Coralie Perkins, Frances Perkins Wilson made history when she was appointed U.S. Secretary of … Frances Perkins: The First Female Cabinet MemberRead more
Women
Jane Addam’s Work to Preserve Peace
Jane Addams was a leading women’s rights activist and suffragist. She was one of the most … Jane Addam’s Work to Preserve PeaceRead more
How Louisa May Alcott Went From Poverty to Beloved Author
Louisa May Alcott is known for her famous classic Little Women, published in 1868. She … How Louisa May Alcott Went From Poverty to Beloved AuthorRead more
On This Day, January 3rd
1. 1987: Aretha Franklin becomes the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of … On This Day, January 3rdRead more
On This Date, December 13th
1. 1978: First U.S. coin minted honoring a woman It was on this date in 1978 … On This Date, December 13thRead more
On This Day, December 9th
1. 1992: Prince Charles and Princess Diana announce separation It was on this date in 1992 … On This Day, December 9thRead more
On This Day, December 6th
1. 1917: The Halifax explosion It was on this date in 1917 that a massive explosion … On This Day, December 6thRead more
On This Day, December 1st
1. 1955: Rosa Parks takes a stand It was on this historical date in 1955 that … On This Day, December 1stRead more
On This Day, November 30th
1. 1989: One of the few female serial killers in America takes her first victim If … On This Day, November 30thRead more