March 5, 6:00 pm at Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Considering that Wisconsin’s law banning abortion in most cases dates from 1849, a time when women were seldom free to exercise independent thought, let alone their individual rights, this topic has profound relevance today.

In this presentation, back by popular demand, Hearthstone’s Executive Director George Schroeder leads an hour long presentation and discussion on the transformation of women’s rights in 19th century America. The presentation will overview the changes in property rights, marital rights, reproduction rights, and voting rights. It will feature illustrations in each area from the truly modern lives of Hearthstone’s Cremora and Florence Rogers.