Women of Wilton, WOW!

A Celebration of Women’s History Month: An illustrated talk by Pamela Brown and Catherine Lipper

Thursday, March 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Presented by Wilton Historical Society and Hillside Cemetery

What do they have in common? A vaudeville, film and Broadway actress; an abolitionist; a suffragist; a 37-year president of Mt. Holyoke; Wilton’s first female elected official; a beloved educator; a community activist; and an internationally known journalist – each was interesting and inspirational – and lived in Wilton! These eight special women, whose lives span 1793 – 2003, are being recognized as we celebrate Women’s History Month.

Pamela Brown, Executive Administrator of Hillside Cemetery and Catherine Lipper, Educator for Wilton Historical will acquaint attendees with biographical sketches of June Havoc, Polly Wakeman, Alice Merwin Eakland; Mary Emma Wooley; Hannah Chichester; Angeline Post; Gladys Marhoffer and Elizabeth Neuffer. The talk will recognize these local women and their significant contributions to Wilton and beyond. June Havoc‘s ashes were scattered over her beloved Cannon Crossing.

Please register at Wilton Historical or email info@wiltonhistorical.org or call 203-762-7257

$10 Donation suggested

Please use this brochure and map for your self-guided tour. For more information email pam@wiltoncongregational.org.