Early English Queens with Matthew Firth - The Medieval Podcast, Episode 273 - Medievalists.net
Early queenship in England involved significant ways of legitimizing a king's rule, but historical understanding of queens is limited.
These 5 remarkable women will be on quarters in 2025
The American Women Quarters Program promotes female representation on U.S. currency, celebrating the contributions of historic women in American history.
The Remarkable Life of One of Boston's Most Fervent and Daring Abolitionists
Harriet Bell Hayden was a key figure in Boston's Underground Railroad, sheltering hundreds seeking freedom between 1850-1860.
Pablo Larrain's 'Important Women' Trilogy Adds a Fundamental Layer to Our Historical Dialogue
Pablo Larraín's 'Important Women' trilogy explores the complexities of women's lives often overshadowed by tragedy or public persona.
Alice Hudson, Librarian Who Built a Trove of Historic Maps, Dies at 77
Alice Hudson significantly advanced public map collections, transforming the New York Public Library's holdings into one of the world's premier resources.
Rapture by Emily Maguire review tale of medieval female pope feels fresh and intimate
Emily Maguire's novel Rapture explores faith and identity through the life of Pope Joan, emphasizing societal roles and personal challenges in a historical context.
Peru Panamarca Archaeological Site Finds Hall of the Braided Serpents'
Archaeological discoveries in Panamarca suggest a powerful woman ruled the Moche culture over 1,300 years ago, challenging traditional gender perceptions.
Farmhouse-style mansion on the market in D.C. for $7.4 million
The farmhouse-style mansion honors pioneering women and showcases their influence in politics and architecture.
Tickets Alert: Tours of Shoreditch Town Hall
Shoreditch Town Hall offers affordable tours showcasing its history, architecture, and notable women, enhancing cultural engagement and awareness in the community.
Farmhouse-style mansion on the market in D.C. for $7.4 million
The farmhouse-style mansion honors pioneering women and showcases their influence in politics and architecture.
Tickets Alert: Tours of Shoreditch Town Hall
Shoreditch Town Hall offers affordable tours showcasing its history, architecture, and notable women, enhancing cultural engagement and awareness in the community.
Radegund's life reflects significant themes in early medieval history, from personal trials to the influence of women in the Merovingian era.
Women and the Mount Athos in the Byzantine Period - Medievalists.net
Women have been historically barred from Mount Athos due to the avaton tradition, established in the 9th century.
Blanca Stella Arana
Blanca Stella Arana was a pioneering immigrant who transcended societal norms to pursue her career and support her family.
This Female Civil War Soldier Participated in the Bloodiest Battle in American History and Spied on the South-or Did She?
A Civil War soldier died revealing he was a woman; Private Franklin Thompson was also a female, Sarah Emma Edmonds, who served in disguise.
How Michael O'Connor Crafted the Tudor Costumes of Firebrand
Catherine Parr's story reflects her bravery in challenging the Church of England while navigating royal court dynamics.
Kim Cattrall: I've had a life's experience I want to bring it on board'
Kim Cattrall highlights the importance of female perspectives in CIA history through her role as Eloise Page in a BBC Radio podcast.
Her gift launched four centuries of Harvard financial aid - Harvard Gazette
Anne Radcliffe's scholarship donation in 1643 paved the way for future financial aid at Harvard, symbolizing historic barriers women faced in education.
Influential economist Joan Robinson remembered with blue plaque in Notting Hill
Joan Robinson was an influential economist honored with a blue plaque in Notting Hill for her contributions during the post-war depression in 1919.
Robinson's volunteer work during the depression led to her decision to study economics, eventually becoming a renowned economic theorist despite facing challenges as a woman in academia.