Hookers, Healers, and Heroines(Virtual) The Civil War rocked the foundation of American daily life and changed the sociopolitical landscape, with the nation’s capital at its epicenter. Men went off to fight, and women found themselves in the unique position of supporting themselves. How did the women who called Washington home make it through those tumultuous times. Some stories include: Elizabeth Keckley Belva Lockwood Dr. Mary Walker Clara Barton Charlotte Grimke Treasury Girls Scandal Join us on a virtual tour to hear about how the women of Washington, DC managed to survive not only the war, but leave an indelible mark on American history through their hard work and perseverance in roles as far-reaching as lawyer, seamstress, spy, and the only female Medal of Honor recipient.
