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The Harvey Girls: Women’s Roles in Railroads, Kansas, and U.S. History (Rescheduled from the Green Hills Branch on 4/29)

Tue, Jun 10 2025
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodneath Community Room
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Subjects
History
Age Group
For adults

 

Presenter
Michaeline Chance-Reay
Registration
Registration Required

 

The Fred Harvey Company, concessionaire along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, offered young women employment opportunities as waitresses and tour guides. These women played a role in the economic and cultural history of Kansas and the American Southwest. Join Dr. Michaeline Chance-Reay to hear stories of the Harvey Girls and founder Fred Harvey.

 

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