This month we celebrate the contributions women have made to society and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of American, and globally, history in a variety of fields. Very much like Black History Month, this is the type of study and celebration we should do every day in America, remembering that we are a nation made of diverse people who contribute equally to our shared history.

How will you honor and learn about the history of women in the United States this month? Whiting Library has some ideas for you! We made up a great list of books to check out from our collection, both non-fiction and fiction, that will help you think about the role of women in America. You can view the list here! If you like to judge a book by it’s cover (who doesn’t!), you can also see some pictures of these books on display right here:

The Whiting Library Book Club is reading The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee, a work of historical fiction about a Chinese American girl living an adventurous life in 1890s Atlanta, GA. If you’re interested in getting together with other book lovers to discuss the book, we will be meeting virtually on Zoom on Tuesday, March 16th at 6pm to share. If you need a copy of the book, let us know and we’ll check one out to you! Here’s more information about the Book Club event.

The Arts & Crafts Club for March will focus on crafts inspired by the incredible artist and entomologist, Maria Sibylla Merian. She was one of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly, and was also one of the first to document the metamorphosis of the butterfly. You can check out the projects included in this month’s take-and-make craft bag here. Don’t miss the latest edition of the Crayon Tribune Newsletter in which Carrie includes some truly captivating links featuring the art and history of Maria Sibylla Merian.

You can also find a link to books for Women’s History Month in the youth department here. We have everything from picture books, to biographies, to young adult novels. Check ’em out!