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The Ladies’ Literary Club
by Toni Pilcher, Better Days Graduate Intern May 18, 2022 In the fallout of the Civil War, many American women were trying to build new and meaningful connections within their communities. The war had really challenged what it meant to live in an increasingly diverse country. In response, women flocked to special interest clubs like […]Read More -
Utah Women are Generous
September 2021 This month, we’re featuring Utah women who helped those in need. There are so many it’s hard to pick just a few! One of the first ways American women entered public life was through charitable organizations. In the early days of the United States, women formed groups to set up orphanages, care for […]Read More