Susan B. Anthony had visited West Michigan many times, but her last appearance was at the 1899 NAWSA annual convention in Grand Rapids, the only time the National American Woman Suffrage Association met in Michigan. Using images and period language, Jo Ellyn Clarey of the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council will recreate the feel of the late-nineteenth-century meeting, explain “why West Michigan,” and tell the story of the recovery of this significant piece of area women’s history. Jo Ellyn will introduce descendants of Emily Burton Ketcham, who have donated archival materials.

This is a free event, but donations are always appreciated.