Betsy Ross House and Women's History Month
All month long, "meet" the women who helped shape Colonial Philadelphia, from dressmakers to business owners. Don't miss a special female-focused "Once Upon a Nation" storytelling on Sunday, March 8.Through Sunday, March 29
11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Free with admission
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St.
(215) 629-4026
11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Free with admission
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St.
(215) 629-4026
Do We Need an Equal Rights Amendment to Ensure Gender Equality?
Constitutional law expert Cary Franklin, women’s history scholar Alice Kessler-Harris and American legal history professor Serena Mayeri discuss second-wave feminism. Bring your own lunch to this intense chat.
Wednesday, March 4
Noon | Free, reservations recommended
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St.
(215) 409-6700
Noon | Free, reservations recommended
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St.
(215) 409-6700
International Women's Collaboration Brew Day
Meredith Megan Rebar of Home Brewed Events and Christina Burris of Saint Benjamin Brewing teach guests about the brewing process while they create a collaborative brew, Unite Pale Ale. Sample Saint Benjamin brews and raise money for the Pink Boots Society.
Weaving Equality - An International Women's Day Celebration
Mt. Airy Art Garage and Moore College of Art & Design have teamed up for a special exhibit exploring gender and identity called "Gender Weave." The free exhibit runs all month, but for this day, MAAG will bring together artists, scholars and writers to discuss gender, sexuality and social norms.Women in Financial Services: Celebrating Women's History Month
Do a little networking at this lunch and panel discussion about the state of women in financial services. The panel includes women from Wells Fargo, Montgomery County Foundation, Stith & Associates and The American College.Wednesday, March 11
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | $10 for WIFS members, $25 for non-members
Montgomery County Foundation
4 Sentry Parkway East, Suite 302, Blue Bell, Montgomery County
(484) 681-9046
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | $10 for WIFS members, $25 for non-members
Montgomery County Foundation
4 Sentry Parkway East, Suite 302, Blue Bell, Montgomery County
(484) 681-9046
Mrs. Elizabeth E. Hutter Living History Program
Historians bring to life two very important local women: Eliza Sproat Turner, suffragist and founder of New Century Trust, and Elizabeth E. Hutter, founder of Northern Home for Friendless Children. Tea and snacks will be provided.Saturday, March 14
2 p.m. | Suggested donation $3
2 p.m. | Suggested donation $3
Progressive Preservation: Chew, Starr & Gillespie
Join this event to learn about three important female preservationists: Mary Chew, Sarah Logan Wister Starr and Elizabeth Dwayne Gillespie. Presentations on each woman will be followed by a roundtable discussion.4601 N. 18th St.
(215) 329-7312
(215) 329-7312
Color of Science
This annual panel gathers women in the STEM fields to talk about the industry and promote diversity within it. WHYY's Taunya English will moderate a chat with representatives from The Franklin Institute, PharmaCadence Analytical Services, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and UTC Aerospace Systems.Friday, March 13
6-8 p.m. | Free, registration required
The Franklin Institute
271 N. 21st St.
(215) 448-1200
6-8 p.m. | Free, registration required
The Franklin Institute
271 N. 21st St.
(215) 448-1200
Feminism in Philadelphia: The Glory Years: A Book Talk with Author Karen Bojar
Discuss Karen Bojar's latest book "Feminism in Philadelphia: The Glory Years: 1968-1982," which tracks Philly's second-wave feminism movement. Bojar is the former president of the Philadelphia Chapter of the National Organization for Women.Thursday, March 19
5:30 p.m. | Suggested donation $3
5:30 p.m. | Suggested donation $3
Classy Broads and Daring Dames: The Women of North Laurel Hill
This walking tour of Laurel Hill Cemetery will explore the stories of some of the famous, pioneering women buried there, like a Revolutionary War lady patriot and Ben Franklin's great-granddaughter. The tour ends with a toast to history's great women.Saturday, March 21
1 p.m. | $12, $10 for students and seniors
Laurel Hill Cemetery
3822 Ridge Ave.
(215) 228-8200
1 p.m. | $12, $10 for students and seniors
Laurel Hill Cemetery
3822 Ridge Ave.
(215) 228-8200
Weaving the Story of Women's Lives
Mark the 35th anniversary of the Women's History Movement by sharing stories, dancing and networking with other women thanks to this OMART Women's Connection workshop.Sunday, March 22
3-7 p.m. | $137
3-7 p.m. | $137
Embassy Suites Philadelphia Airport
9000 Bartram Ave.
Hear My Voice: A Living Voices Suffragette Performance
Elizabeth Rainer performs this one-act play about a woman who campaigns for the 19th Amendment and meets important suffragists along the way.
Scottish Rite Celebrates Women's History Month
Join Global Citizen at the Scottish Rite House senior housing center for educational games and activities with SRH residents. Volunteers are asked to help set up and break down the event.Thursday, March 26
12:30-2:30 p.m. | Free admission
12:30-2:30 p.m. | Free admission
1525 Fitzwater St.
(215) 851-1811
(215) 851-1811