Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Women in History - right before your eyes

One of my favorite things involving women's history...any history really...is finding inventive ways for people to learn it.  I love reading, but history classes in school were always challenging.  I had a hard time focusing on the dry language and the chalky vision it provided of our nation's past.  Memorizing dates is not exactly making an impression on students.

Enter Women in History.  They saw a very real void that needed filling.  Students should know about women's contributions to American history and Women in History brought the very common historical re-enactment idea to the classroom. Jump back in time and listen as Susan B. Anthony tells you about being a leader in the women's suffrage movement.  Find out what life was like before and after the Titanic for Margaret Brown.

While performances are conducted most often in their home state of Ohio, they are willing to travel.

I haven't had the privilege of seeing a performance yet, but I love the concept and I enjoy promoting their work.  Even if you can't get to Ohio, you can still read about the actresses and the many historical women they bring to life.

How much more fun could a history class be?


Women in History