Through boycotts and burning, women in Wilmington and Edenton took a stand in 1774 against England’s taxation without representation by forming their own tea party protests, the earliest-known political actions organized by women in the American colonies.
Women's History Month
Somerset Place to recognize Women’s History Month
Somerset Place is commemorating Women’s History Month with special tours highlighting the contributions that enslaved and free women made to the development, maintenance, and infrastructure of the 18th century plantation.
Women mark STEM milestone at Corps research facility
Women comprise half the science and engineering staff at the Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory at the Army Corps of Engineers’ Field Research Facility, or Duck Pier, which now features a lactation room.
Professor among growing number of women in STEM
N.C. Central University assistant professor Dr. Carresse Gerald uses her role in the classroom to encourage young females in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
State recognizes Women’s History Month with programs
As part of its celebration of Women’s History Month, the state Department of Natural and Cultural Resources will highlight women’s achievements through programs and exhibits.
First female DMF director to speak during history program
The Windsor native is the guest speaker March 16 for the Museum of the Albemarle’s History for Lunch program.
