The HSGL is pleased to extend the invitation of our friends at the Michigan State Capitol for their last Rise & Progress program of 2022. For November, Capitol Historian and Curator Valerie Marvin will take a trip to the Library of Michigan for a tour of the special exhibit, The Transformative Harriet Tenney. Marvin curated the exhibit in partnership with the library. The in-person program and tour will be held on Tuesday, November 15th, at 7 pm at the Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo Street. No RSVP needed.
In 1869, Harriet Tenney became the first woman to lead a state department when she was appointed State Librarian. Smart, determined, and savvy, she made it easier for women to work in government, libraries, and museums. An active community member in Lansing, she was president of the Ladies Aid Society, the Lansing Women’s club, and helped open a local library. Harriet valued lifelong education and used her position to benefit other women. Learn more about her remarkable life in this exhibit on view now at the Library of Michigan.
A virtual program will be offered on Thursday, November 3rd, at 3 pm via Zoom. RSVP to capitoltourguides@legislature.mi.gov.
