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Frances Perkins: The First Female Member of the Cabinet
Mary Lipsey from the Burke Historical Society will discuss Frances Perkins. Perkins was the woman behind Roosevelt's New Deal Program, the first woman cabinet member, and the woman who demanded maximum hours and minimum wages for all. She worked endlessly to protect all ages and both sexes in the work force.
Registration is not required, but please register if you would like to receive a reminder email the day before the event. All ages
- Date:
- Tuesday, April 7, 2026
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Location:
- Richard Byrd Meeting Room 1, Richard Byrd Meeting Room 2
- Library Branch:
- Richard Byrd Library
- Categories:
- America 250 History/Culture Women's History
- Audience:
- Adults General Interest Older Adults
Registrations open at 7:00pm Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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