Lecture: A House Divided by the Loom
From 19th-century cotton fields to 20th-century textile mills, Dr. Betsy Wood traces how conflicting Southern and Northern ideas about family, freedom, and state power collided. Discover how regional struggles over child labor foreshadowed the intense political divides we see in America today.
Free Community Day: Women at Work
For generations, women have stepped forward to strengthen their communities, shape industries, and create opportunities for those who follow. Join the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum as we celebrate the remarkable stories of women at work, past and present. Explore local businesses and women’s organizations, enjoy free food and hands-on activities, and discover how more […]
Lecture: Protection or Equality?
Stitching together the histories of labor, gender, and industry, Dr. Michelle Haberland of Georgia Southern University examines the experiences of women workers and the ways their struggles for economic justice shaped the modern South and its place in a global economy.