This Week at the Woodrow Wilson House
November 8, 2020
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Suffrage Outside!
Exhibition EXTENDED
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Suffrage Outside! is extended through Nov 30! This exciting outdoor exhibition celebrating women and the centennial of the 19th Amendment is the perfect Covid-safe outdoor event. Open 10am - 4pm every day with extended after-hours until 6pm on Thursdays. Free on Tuesdays. Rain-or-Shine, the exhibit's Fine! Don't miss out on this timely celebration of the power of women to VOTE.
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Tues, Nov 10, 12pm
Lunch & Learn Speaker Series
Dr. Arica Coleman
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It's Native American Heritage Month!
Join Dr. Arica L. Coleman for a discussion on her book That the Blood Stay Pure; African Americans, Native Americans, and the Predicament of Race and Identity in Virginia, a Choice Outstanding Academic Title for 2014, that traces the history and legacy of the state of Virginia's despicable, almost four-hundred year effort to maintain racial purity and the consequences of this on African American – Native American relations and kinship bonds in the Commonwealth. Dr. Arica L. Coleman is an award winning, nationally recognized independent scholar, lecturer, and freelance contributor in the area of American history. Her research focuses on comparative ethnic studies and issues of racial formation and identity.
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About the Speaker Series
Join notable historians, curators, and leaders for a series of talks exploring aspects of the social movements of the early 20th Century and their relevance today. Talks explore Women's Suffrage, activism and protest, racial inequity, and the consequences and legacy of Woodrow Wilson’s presidency. This program is part of the Wilson House's new interpretation focused on African American history, women's history and Wilson's international impact.
The series is part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Campaign for Where Women Made History. The National Trust and its supporters are making a significant, multi-year commitment to elevate the stories of women and their contributions as leaders, innovators, and ground breakers throughout the course of American history.
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Listen to past speakers on our YouTube channel: Kimberly A. Hamlin, Angela P. Dodson, Rebecca Boggs Roberts, Tina Cassidy, Erin D. Chapman, Eric S. Yellin, Yellin pt2, Keisha Blain, Laura Kumin, Korey Garibaldi, Peck & Smemo, Danies & Richardson
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Voice of America Television Covers Suffrage Outside!
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In addition to articles, interviews and virtual tours for the recent Past/Forward Preservation Conference, Suffrage Outside! received a visit from Voice of American TV who interviewed Executive Director Elizabeth Karcher. The program, in Russian, aired in 15 countries, across Europe and Eurasia for a total audience of 5.6 million! Watch it HERE or HERE.
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The Weather's Great: Take A Walk |
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The Kalorama Audio
Walking Tour
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A self-guided tour explores the history and cultural diversity of the magnificent Kalorama neighborhood; all you need is your cell phone and our downloadable map to navigate! Listen on your phone to stories from those who know this neighborhood best: diplomats, historic site representatives, residents who live and work here, and friends of the Wilson House, with guest appearances from famous Washingtonians. |
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Waddy Wood Walking Tour
"If These Walls Could Talk!"
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Our recently launched Waddy Butler Wood Walking Tour is available to download. Learn about the history and residents of thirteen houses designed by the famous architect of the Woodrow Wilson House, Waddy Butler Wood as you explore the beautiful Kalorama neighborhood. |
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Recently at the Wilson House |
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Dance Honors Cesar Chavez |
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dana Tai Soon Burgess and dancer Felipe Oyarzun Moltedo collaborated with two San Angelo, TX, musicians to honor the legacy of César Chávez.
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Halloween Fun in the Garden |
The Wilson House hosted an extremely well-attended outdoor Halloween Game Night as well as several elegant private cocktail parties in our beautiful historic garden. The exhibition is the perfect backdrop to see friends, celebrate or just enjoy the outdoors and the fall weather! |
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Picture yourself here! The Wilson House is a great setting for photo shoots, movies and interviews. Nora Lee DC presented "Founding Females," gathering women in the DMV, highlighting their success and achievements in their respective industries. Shot in the house and garden by J Thrope Photo. Wilson House is a beautiful backdrop for photoshoots of all kinds! |
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Student Volunteer Scholars |
The Wilson House hosts Student Volunteer Scholars each semester, offering them opportunities to learn while working on special projects such as the Walking Tours and Tuesday Speaker Series. Here, Caroline and Lakecia collaborate on an oral history project based in Anacostia. |
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You think it's been a long week? Delays in election results are nothing new. Visit our Virtual 1916 Campaign Exhibition to see a historical precedent for an election delay. |
In an era in which political advocacy could not be conducted by Twitter, television or radio, buttons and pennants abounded and campaign branded items were really inventive. Visit our online exhibition of memorabilia to see a nutcracker in the shape of Woodrow Wilson's head! |
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Please Support the Wilson House |
The Woodrow Wilson House preserves the past to enrich the future.
Your gift will allow us to continue great programs like the Tuesday Speaker Series, Suffrage Outside! Exhibition, Student Volunteer Program and the Walking Tours. Please consider sponsoring one of these programs.
We cannot do this without your help.
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