Notable Stratford Women Honored For 19th Amendment Centennial

Via the Town of Stratford: STRATFORD, CT — The year 2020 marks 100 years since the 19th Amendment was signed into law, giving women U.S. citizens the right to vote. The town of Stratford will recognize this centennial with a series of events throughout the year.

Mayor Laura R. Hoydick, along with the Stratford Historical Society, will host monthly presentations highlighting notable Stratford women. The women being honored range from suffrage activists to present-day civic and community leaders.

“Recognizing this centennial provides an unparalleled opportunity to celebrate a milestone in our republic, both nationally and here in town,” Hoydick said. “For more than 100 years, Stratford has seen strong, passionate, capable female leaders. The stories being presented are remarkable.”

The monthly presentations will be held at Town Council meetings, and began Jan. 13 in Town Hall Council Chambers.

Additionally, the Stratford Library is partnering with the Baldwin Center and Stratford Lifelong Learners to host “Votes for Women,” a presentation showcasing Connecticut women who fought on a local, state and national level for women’s right to vote. This is being presented by the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Baldwin Center.

The library plans to celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March. The conclusion of this program will examine the book “Olive, Again” by Elizabeth Strout, a Pulitizer Prize-winning author, at noon March 25 in the Library Board Room. The Library Children’s Department is recognizing Women’s History Month as well, including bingo, crafts and a Girl Power celebration.

For more information visit www.townofstratford.com/19thAmendment and www.stratfordlibrary.org.