Savannah museum launches series exploring women, workers and child labor

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum is launching a three-part series exploring the people and movements that transformed American labor during the Progressive Era.

The series begins Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. with Dr. Michelle Haberland of Georgia Southern University discussing women workers, economic justice and the Equal Rights Amendment.

A free “Women at Work” Community Day will follow Sunday, Sept. 27, from noon to 4 p.m. The event will feature local businesses, women’s organizations, food and hands-on activities.

On Thursday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m., Dr. Betsy Wood will examine how Northern and Southern conflicts over child labor helped shape political divisions that remain today.

Lectures cost $10 and are free for Circle of Friends members. Each includes a reception in the museum’s courtyard garden.

All events are open to the public. Tickets are available online here, and membership inquiries can be directed to kmikles@girlscouts.org

Event Details

Protection or Equality?

• Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 6 p.m.
• Admission: $10; free for Circle of Friends members

Women at Work Community Day

• Sunday, Sept. 27 from noon to 4 p.m.
• Admission: Free

A House Divided by the Loom

• Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m.
• Admission: $10; free for Circle of Friends members

Both lectures include a reception in the museum’s courtyard garden. All events are open to the public.