Edith Dircksey Cowan: A Unique Position
Past Event
Have you ever wondered what difference the granddaughter of our first Colonial Chaplin, born at Glengarry, Geraldton, could make to the history of Australia? Having achieved the right to vote in 1899, Edith had to wait 22 years for the chance to stand for parliament and become Australia’s first woman parliamentarian. A unique position to occupy, and a story worth telling.
In celebration of the Australian Heritage Festival Hilary Silbert set up the Edith Dircksey Cowan Commemoration with the permission and support of Edith’s grandson and biographer, Peter Cowan, thirty years ago and continues to spread the word and fight for Edith to take her rightful place in history. Hear about her remarkable life of achievement, and even wonder why you never learnt her story at school. All presentations include false news!
Geraldton Regional Library
Please book tickets by Friday 28 April 2023.
Monday 01 May - Friday 05 May 2023, 2:30-3:30pm
Five presentations
RSVP via: Eventbrite | 9956 6659 | library@cgg.wa.gov.au
