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Bonnie Hurd Smith

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Elizabeth Peabody - Courage, Action, Faith, Achievement

What role did faith play in Elizabeth Peabody's extraordinary life? Some thoughts here, in her own words.

One-Woman Tourism Industry in Salem History

Sarah Symonds was a prolific artist of the early 20th century who drew her subjects from Salem history - very successfully!

Walk Where the Women Walked!

Follow this self-guided abbreviated version of the Salem Women's Heritage Trail.

Women Telephone Operators during the Great Fire

What would you do if the Great Salem Fire of 1914 were at your doorstep? These women didn't budge.

Esther C. Mack, and "Industrial" Training for Young Women

In 1897, Esther C. Mack's money funded a school to train young women in practical skills they could use to earn a living. What would she do today?

The Ropes Sisters, and the Ropes Mansion

The Ropes Mansion and Garden are favorite spots for many of us, but did you know the women's history story behind them?

Drawing Inspiration from Salem's Sarah Parker Remond

What inspiration can we draw from Salem's Sarah Parker Remond? Here are lessons we can learn from her story to apply to our personal and professional lives today.

Remembering Elizabeth Peabody...

Why did Elizabeth Peabody teach herself to read Greek and Latin at such a young age?

Catherine Larkin and Larkin Lane

Who was Catherine Larkin and why did Salem name Larkin Lane for her?

Salem History Fun Facts!

Yes -- There are tons of books, websites, articles, walking tours, and museums where we can learn about Salem history, but more gets discovered all the time and I'd love to share new finds with you!