Bettendorf Public Library Commemorates 19th Amendment anniversary with live Canton Visit
In recognition of the centennial anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the Bettendorf Public Library will be hosting a historical performance on August 26th at 7:00 PM. Historian Laura F. Keyes will perform as suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton in a live virtual presentation. The performance is free thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library. Registration is required and can be made by calling the 563-344-4179 or by visiting http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/4454379.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton fought for equal rights for women for over fifty years. Upon her death in 1902, she left behind a legacy of her crusade for female equality and writings that would inspire feminists for over a century to come. Laura Keyes will bring Mrs. Stanton to life as she shares a window into 1866 when the Civil war had ended but the battle for Women’s Suffrage had just begun. Laura Keyes graduated from UW-Madison with a Master’s Degree in Library Studies, and is a lifetime member of the Association of Lincoln Presenters. This presentation will take place online via GoToMeeting. After registering, participants will receive an email with the GoToMeeting login information the day before the event.
ABOUT the Bettendorf Public Library Information Center: Located at 2950 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722, the Library’s mission is “Committed to providing access to information and ideas for all.” For more information, visit www.bettendorflibrary.com or call 563-344-4175.
