From Discrimination to Democracy: Women’s Suffrage in New Orleans - EP 184

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider's Guide to New Orleans

Are you interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the complex and ongoing fight for women’s suffrage? Do you want to learn about the progress and setbacks that have shaped this movement and its impact on modern-day society?

Today’s Guest

Join me as I speak with guest expert and curator Libby Neidenbach, who will be sharing her knowledge and insights on this crucial topic. Together, we will explore the nuanced struggles and triumphs of women’s suffrage, and gain a greater appreciation for the ongoing fight for equality and justice in New Orleans.

By the end of our conversation, you will have a deeper understanding of the impact of this movement and its ongoing relevance today.

Overview

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn about the Women’s Suffrage exhibit at the Historic New Orleans Collection and its meaning.
• Analyze the journey, triumphs, and obstacles in the mission towards women’s suffrage.
• Appreciate the indispensable contributions of women in the realms of activism and civic leadership.
• Explore the complex relationship between state constitutions and the struggle for women’s suffrage.
• Acknowledge the continuing efforts towards attaining equal rights and voting privileges in our world

Check out the free exhibit Yet She is Advancing at the Historic New Orleans Collection from April 28 - November 5, 2023. You can also see the online exhibit here: Yet She Is Advancing: New Orleans Women and the Right to Vote, 1878-1970 | The Historic New Orleans Collection.