Give Us The Vote

On Monday, November 6th, the League of Women Voters of White Plain will host a reception from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at ArtsW, the gallery space at Arts Westchester 31 Mamaroneck Avenue.

The reception, a celebration of women’s voting rights in New York State, will include a chance to share voting memories, hear “The Art of Suffrage,” a talk by Louise Berkinow and hear historical quotes from Suffragists and enjoy a tour of the exhibit. Everyone is invited to celebrate with us. Admission is free.

The suffragist movement was one of the most powerful grassroots political movements of the 20th century. In New York State, women won the right to an equal say in the democratic process and full recognition as American citizens three years before the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the constitution giving women the vote in national elections.

GIVE US THE VOTE is a contemporary art exhibit inspired by the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in New York State. It features works by 20+ contributing artists who examine the state of voting rights in America today.

The exhibition is made possible thanks to the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature, and Westchester Medical Center.

The League of Women Voters of White Plains takes no position on candidates for public office or on political parties. The League works to encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.