The Harvey Girls: Women’s Roles in Railroads, Kansas, and U.S. History (Rescheduled from the Lee's Summit Branch on 4/30/25))

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.