111 PLACES IN WOMEN’S HISTORY THAT YOU MUST NOT MISS IN WASHINGTON, DC
ABOUT THE BOOK: Women's history is everywhere in Washington, if curious locals and adventurous tourists know where to look. As the District of Columbia evolved into one of the world's top tourist destinations, women emerged as pioneers and a town created to house the federal government matured into a gilded city affluent in feminist culture. This book encourages readers to explore women’s names on headstones, street signs, and buildings, while also discovering where hidden history is unmarked. Feminism in the city is fueled by the creativity, leadership, and fortitude of local women, each with a personal experience that is uniquely special. While no story is the same, the themes of preservation and progress are weaved throughout this book as a reminder; her story is history and it is still being written.
BOOK CLUB DETAILS: The TOHO Book Club meets virtually on Zoom the last Monday of every month from 8p-9p EST. Each session is led by the authors of 111 Places in Women's History That You Must Not Miss in Washington, DC. Kaitlin Calogera and Rebecca Grawl will share historical readings, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and personal reflections of their work. Each meeting focuses on 11 chapters and will cover the entirety of the book in the 10-month span between January-October 2024. Book lovers are encouraged to register for a Virtual Membership for free access to each session. Guests can also choose to register independently per event for $25.
FROM THE AUTHORS: "We were professional tour guides long before we became authors. 111 Places in Women's History was our pandemic project. During a time of prohibited travel, we pivoted to transfer tourism from the streets of DC onto the pages of this book. With intention, we designed a guidebook that would promote and rebuild the tourism and hospitality industries after COVID-19. With pride, we showcased sites that would express the character and legacy of our capital city. With respect, we wrote stories that would honor women who broke ceilings and crawled on glass for us. It is our pleasure to share with you our deep appreciation for women's history in Washington, DC. We want to thank our amazing photographer and friend, Cynthia Schiavetto Staliunas from Schiavetto Photography, whose professionalism and talent helped make this book happen!” - Kaitlin and Rebecca
FAQ: Scroll to the bottom! Note: Your virtual membership does not include a book.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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There are 10 virtual meetups in TOHO Book Club. We cover 11 different chapters each month and will complete the entire book in the 10-month span between January-October. Meetings are the last Monday of every month at 8p EST.
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Each session is $25 per ticket. Guest are encouraged to purchase an annual Virtual Membership for $250. for free access to all 10 book talks as well as 10 virtual tours in The LINEUP + discounted live tours.
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No, it does not. You can purchase a signed copy of our book from the TOHO store or visit your local book shop.
While it’s recommended that you have the book, it is not neccesary to follow along.
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Yes, each session is recorded and emailed out to ticket holders who have pre-registered for the event through EventBrite. The recording will be sent within 1-3 days and will be accessible for one week before expiring.
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You are welcome to participate however you feel most comfortable. Feel free to attend with your camera on or off. During the one hour sessions, the authors will be storytelling and will invite you to engage via the chat box. After the session, you can chat with the authors directly on camera! You have the choice to opt out of live attendance and simply watch the recording for up to one week after the event.
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Congratulations, you’re almost there! Now, just register for each individual session. You cam do that all at once, or month-to-month when we send out email reminders. Signing up guarantees you will receive the Zoom link before and recording link after. Click here and the select Virtual Member ticket for free!
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You don’t have to be! You can pay $25 a la carte for each session you want to join!
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Click here to visit our Eventbrite page.
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Send a message using our contact us form.
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YES! Our stories are inspirational and relatable even beyond the nation’s capital. Being virtually allows us to connect with folks form around the world, so please join us!
more than a history lesson
MONDAY JANUARY 29th 2024 (8:00p-9:30p EST)
1 AKA Sisterhood Mural
2 Alethia Tanner Park
3 Alice Roosevelt’s House
4 Alice Pike Barney House
5 Alma Thomas House
6 American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
7 Anderson House
8 Anna J. Cooper House
9 Anne Royall at Congressional Cemetery
10 Asbury UMC DC
11 Beau Thai
shall not be denied
MONDAY FEBRUARY 26th 2024 8p-9p EST
12 Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument
13 Bené Millinery
14 Black Lives Matter Plaza
15 Café Mozart
16 Cherry Trees of DC
17 National Museum of African American H&C
18 The Decatur House
19 Dolley Madison House
20 Dorothy Height Post Office
21 Dumbarton House
22 Dumbarton Oaks Park
band of sisters
MONDAY MARCH 25th 2024 (8p EST)
23 Eleanor Roosevelt Statue
24 Ellen Wilson Place
25 Enid A. Haupt Garden
26 Juliette Gordon Lowe on the The Extra Mile
27 Vinnie Ream at Farragut Square
28 Federal District Markers
29 Female Union Band Society
30 First Ladies Water Garden
31 The First Woman Marine
32 Flora Molton Callbox
33 Folger Shakespeare Library
historia de las mujeres
MONDAY APRIL 22nd 2024 (8p EST)
34 Frankie Childers Hewitt at Ford’s Theatre
35 Daughters of the American Revolution
36 FREED Ladies African American Civil War Museum
37 The Furies Collective
38 GALA Hispanic Theatre
39 Gallaudet Memorial
40 Alice Birney at Oak Hill Cemetery
41 Hidden Figures Way - NASA
42 Hillwood Estate
43 Hotel Zena
44 The Howard Theatre
libraries, churches, and parks, oh my!
MONDAY MAY 20th 2024 (8p EST)
45 Human Rights Porch at Washington National Cathedral
46 Virginia Hall at the International Spy Museum
47 Joan of Arc at Meridian Hill Park
48 Juanita Thornton Library
49 Julia Child House
50 Justice O’Connor Portrait
51 La Cosecha
52 Lady Bird Johnson Park
53 Letelier-Moffitt Memorial
54 Letena Restaurant
55 Librarian of Congress
ms. mrs. miss.
MONDAY JUNE 24th 2024 (8p EST)
56 Mary McLeod Bethune at Lincoln Park
57 The Lockwood DC
58 Louise Slaughter Tree
59 Lucretia Mott Portrait
60 Martin’s Tavern Booth 3
61 Mary Ann Shadd Cary
62 Mary Livingston Ripley Garden
63 Maya Angelou Stairs
64 Maydān
65 Miss Pixie’s
66 Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office
you can do what ever you feel!
MONDAY JULY 29th 2024 (8p EST)
67 Myrtilla Miner’s UDC
68 National Arboretum Columns
69 Mary Cassatt at the National Gallery
70 Nuns of the Battlefield
71 Octagon House
72 Olive Seward Statue
73 The Outrage
74 Patterson Mansion
75 Pennsylvania Avenue
76 Phillis Wheatley YMCA
77 Phoebe Waterman Haas Public Observatory
did someone say bourbon?
MONDAY AUGUST 26th 2024 (8p EST)
78 Puddin’ at Union Market
79 The REACH
80 Republic Restoratives
81 Red Door Salon
82 Rosa Parks’ Safe House
83 Mamie Peanut Johnson
84 Ruth Bader Ginsburg Mural by Flock DC
85 Sakakawea Statue
86 Sara Andrews Spencer Grave
87 Georgia Douglas Johnson
88 National Museum of Women in the Arts
equali-tea
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 30th 2024 (8p EST)
89 Slowe-Burrill House
90 Jane Delano at the American Red Cross Headquarters
91 Mary Pickersgill’s at American History Museum
92 Elizabeth Catlett at Howard University
93 Surratt Boarding House
94 The Tabard Inn
95 Teaism
96 The Temperance Fountain
97 Mary Church Terrell Place
98 The Titanic Memorial
99 Tudor Place
city of champions
MONDAY OCTOBER 28th 2024 (8p EST)
100 Vietnam Women’s Memorial
101 Vladka Meed’s Story - Holocaust Memorial Museum
102 Walsh McLean Mansion
103 Wangari Gardens
104 Warner Theatre
105 Washington Mystics
106 Washington Spirit
107 The Whittemore House
108 The Willard Hotel
109 Women in Politics Mural
110 Woodrow Wilson House
111 Zitkala-Ša Suffrage Mural
Virtual Members receive free access to 2 virtual programs every month in The LINEUP including 1 virtual history tour and 1 virtual book talk. Additional benefits include discounted access to one live tour every month for you and a guest as well as exclusive offers on other special events. We have scheduled 30+ events and we are excited to welcome you into our community!
1 Monthly Virtual Tour: Free
1 Monthly Virtual Book Club Session: Free
1 Monthly Walking Tour: $15 + $15 Guest Ticket
Non-Member Admission: $25-$40
View our schedule, The LINEUP
This membership expires on December 31st, 2024. Costs are pro-rated throughout the year and subscription lengths adjusted.