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Empowering Young Women: ‘Revolutionary Girl Dreaming’ Workshop

Young girls participating in a history workshop at the Lexington History Museum

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The ‘Revolutionary Girl Dreaming’ workshop at the Lexington History Museum brought together 20 girls from grades 5 to 12 to explore women’s contributions in history. Organized by Judy Owens of the DAR, the workshop aimed to empower young women in light of America’s 250th anniversary. Participants engaged in creative activities, learned about historical figures, and discussed the significant roles women played during the American Revolution. Positive feedback highlighted the event’s success in inspiring future generations to appreciate women’s history.

Lexington – On a cloudy, chilly Saturday last month, 20 girls gathered at the Lexington History Museum to participate in the inaugural “Revolutionary Girl Dreaming” workshop, which was designed for girls in grades 5 through 12. The workshop aimed to empower young women by highlighting the importance of women in history, particularly in the context of the upcoming 250th anniversary of America’s founding.

The event was organized by Judy Owens, the regent of the Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The workshop was intended to shine a light on the contributions of girls and women in the community’s history. The Lexington Chapter has a long-standing dedication to honoring women’s contributions to history, dating back to its formation in 1891. This dedication has previously included the construction of a monument honoring the women of Bryan Station for their bravery.

In preparing for the workshop, Owens collaborated with Why We Write, Inc., a successful writing initiative led by Jacqueline Hamilton, an English professor at Eastern Kentucky University. The Lexington History Museum, under the direction of Executive Director Dr. Mandy Higgins, was an essential partner, providing the space and historical documents necessary for the workshop. Participants had the opportunity to discuss their knowledge of the American Revolution through a survey, where they demonstrated a strong understanding of the period but were largely unaware of the significant roles women played during this time, such as their involvement in signing the Declaration of Independence.

One of the historical figures spotlighted during the workshop was Jemima Suggett Johnson, recognized for her courageous act of pulling a flaming arrow from her son’s cradle, with her son going on to become a U.S. Vice President. The girls engaged in creative activities, including writing sticky notes of gratitude to notable historical women like Mary Katherine Goddard and Phillis Wheatley. These exercises were intended to foster a connection between the participants and the historical figures, allowing them to acknowledge the importance of women’s contributions throughout history.

The workshop also featured performances by Simonetta Cochis, who depicted historical figures, alongside a tour of the exhibit “Among Women: 130 Years of the Woman’s Club of Central Kentucky.” Through these activities, participants were encouraged to understand the depth of women’s history and develop their own aspirations based on untold stories.

The central aim of the “Revolutionary Girl Dreaming” workshop was to provide the girls with an opportunity to explore these lesser-known narratives and to consider how the values derived from them may influence their own futures, thus emphasizing the importance of educating younger generations about women’s historical roles beyond traditional supportive positions.

The initiative was partially funded by grants from the Kentucky Historical Society’s America250-KY program, the Kentucky Foundation for Women, and the Lexington Chapter of the NSDAR. The workshop received positive feedback from participants, who expressed excitement and engagement throughout the activities. The goal is to inspire future generations to recognize and appreciate women’s history as an integral part of America’s narrative.