Nelly Don: A Stitch in Time

Wed, Mar 29 2023

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Lee's Summit Community Room 1 and 2

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Subjects

History
Local History

Age Group

For adults

Series

Women's History Month

Presenter

Terence O'Malley

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Nelly Don created a fashion empire in Kansas City and went on to become one of the wealthiest and most celebrated women in American business. Author Terence O’Malley tells the story of her fabled life and unique legacy.

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