338 Main St
Southwest Harbor, ME
5:30 PM – 5:30 PM
In celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, join independent scholar Cara Ryan for a journey through the storied history of the League of Women Voters on Mount Desert Island.
Drawing on her 2026 Chebacco essay, “Keeping the Lights on for Democracy,” Ryan traces the League’s evolution from its suffragist foundations to its mid-century "wobbly steps," through a very active 1960s-1990s, and to its dynamic reinvigoration in the 21st century. This talk offers a fascinating lens on local and national women’s history, highlighting the colorful characters who have remained steadfast in their non-partisan commitment to free and fair elections.
This program is a collaboration between MDI Historical Society and the Southwest Harbor Public Library. It will be offered in person and online.
Quilted wall hanging by Cara Ryan.