The Fight for the Ballot: Michigan Women's Road to Suffrage

Name: The Fight for the Ballot: Michigan Women's Road to Suffrage
Start: 2025-03-15T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Brighton District Library

Schedule

Sat, 15 Mar, 2025 at 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Brighton District Library | Brighton, MI

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟱 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻--
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘁: 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲
In 1919, Michigan was one of the first states to pass the 19 th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. It didn’t come without challenges.
Join us March 15 for an inspiring look at Michigan’s critical role in the women’s suﬀrage movement. The League of Women Voters of Livingston County and the Brighton District Library will host historian Caitlyn Perry Dial as part of a joint Women’s History Month presentation.
The in-person program will be March 15, from 1-2 p.m. at Brighton District Library, 100 Library Dr, Brighton, Room A/B. Please register in advance at https://brightonlibrary.info/events/#/events/BenOY0yO38/instances/GxF7JyyzBA/
"The Fight for the Ballot: Michigan Women's Road to Suﬀrage explores the inspiring journey of Michigan women who secured their right to vote. From early pioneers like Sojourner Truth to the strategic campaigns of organizations like the Michigan Equal Suﬀrage Association, we'll delve into the legislative battles and national impact of their struggle. Featuring engaging storytelling, rare historical images, and interactive discussion, this program brings to life the personal stories of these courageous women and their lasting legacy on Michigan history.
Caitlyn Perry Dial is a trustee at Brighton District Library. Currently the Director of Development at MSU Libraries, Caitlyn has dedicated her career to cultural institutions. Her experience spans museums and historical organizations, including serving as the Executive Director of the Michigan Women’s Historical Center & amp; Hall of Fame, where she developed exhibits and educational programming featuring the incredible stories and accomplishments of Michigan women. She has also held roles as an educator, curator, collections manager, and fundraiser. Caitlyn holds a PhD in Public History from Western Michigan University and is passionate about the role of libraries and museums as vital community resources.