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Londonist
2 months ago
London

A Map Of Women's History In London

The Women's History London Map highlights significant women in London's history.
The map includes statues, memorials, and sites related to various influential women in central London. [ more ]
London On The Inside
1 year ago
London

A NEW WOMEN'S MUSEUM IS OPENING IN BARKING

A new museum in London is always something to be celebrated but when it's one dedicated to women's history, there's even more reason to get excited.Barking and Dagenham Council will be opening the Women's Museum at Barking Wharf Square at the end of this year, which is linked to the local Valence House Museum and Archives, and which will support the empowerment of women and girls by serving "as a platform to showcase the history, heritage, stories and role of women from the local area and beyond."
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Women

A Fast-Paced History of Women Behind the Wheel'

Women have played a significant role in the history of driving, challenging societal norms and perceptions.
Cars have provided women with a sense of freedom and independence, yet also contributed to their entrapment in domestic responsibilities. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Books

Collectors' New Must-Have? Medieval Prayer Books.

Collectors drive up prices for lavishly illustrated medieval books of hours
Books of hours offer insights into medieval life, especially of girls and women [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Books

History, by and of Women

Anne de Courcy writes popular history books that tell the stories of women in different eras.
Her books highlight the networks and influence women had, and their role in shaping social and political systems. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston real estate

Listed: Brighton town house with 3 suites and ties to women's history

The property is one of four in this mansion on the historic Selkirk Estate.
Brownstoner
1 year ago
Brooklyn real estate

LPC to Consider Designating Park Slope's Lesbian Herstory Archive Row House

A Renaissance Revival row house at 484 14th Street, home to the Lesbian Herstory Archives and already part of the Park Slope Historic District, may soon become an individual landmark.
the Guardian
2 years ago
World news

Famous rallying speech by feminist leader Millicent Fawcett was never made, says new book

It has become a fashionable feminist slogan that is printed on everything from T-shirts and badges to fridge magnets and mugs: "Courage calls to courage everywhere".
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