Legacy Lecture: Eleanor Roosevelt’s New Deal Community at Arthurdale, WV

VIRTUAL: Join us for an insightful virtual lecture exploring "Eleanor's Little Village" of Arthurdale, West Virginia. Eleanor Roosevelt, often referred to as the "First Lady of the World," was an incredibly active first lady from 1933 to 1945. One of her significant projects was the New Deal homestead community of Arthurdale, where 165 impoverished families were relocated to learn subsistence agriculture and craft skills. Eleanor Roosevelt visited Arthurdale over 30 times, playing a pivotal role in its creation and development.

This presentation will delve into the history of Arthurdale and Eleanor Roosevelt's influential involvement in the community.

About Elizabeth Satterfield: Elizabeth Satterfield is the Curator and Director of Education at Arthurdale Heritage, a historic site preserving the nation's first New Deal community. With a deep love for West Virginia's history and people, Elizabeth pursued a BA in History and dual Master's degrees in Public History and Public Administration from West Virginia University. At Arthurdale Heritage, she creates exhibitions, manages the archival collection, and expands educational programming.

NOTE: This program is entirely virtual. Members of the National First Ladies Library & Museum at the $125 level and above receive free access to this program and all ticketed online programs through 2024. Contact David Lee at [email protected] to become a member and receive your promo code for free access. To learn more about our membership program, visit . All attendees will receive a recording of the event within 48 hours of the event.

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