We’re all about celebrating women here at SJ Mag, and South Jersey women have made some serious strides in history through their hard work, talent and dedication. Wondering how you can celebrate Women’s History month? Here are a few ideas.
Rutgers–Camden Women’s History Month Celebration
Join vibrant discussions and presentations happening all month long. Subjects range from exploring healthy relationships to celebrating women in publishing and female artists. View the full schedule here.
Alice Paul: In Pursuit of Ordinary Equality
Pioneering suffragette Alice Paul was born right here in South Jersey, and you can visit her Mt. Laurel home and celebrate her work for gender equality. No appointments are required for a self guided tour of her exhibit. Hours are 12-4pm (Tuesday – Friday) | Tickets are $5 per person | For more information, visit alicepaul.org.
Thin Mint, Anyone?
Support your local Girl Scout troop using the handy-dandy Girl Scout Cookie Finder app. Find where your local scouts are selling cookies, or search via zip code on the organization’s website. All proceeds go toward funding new adventures and life-changing opportunities for girls – so indulge for a good cause.
NJ Women’s Heritage Trail
South Jersey is full of historical sites marking the quest for equality and women’s rights. Take a trip to your local NJ Women’s Heritage Trail locations in Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties. Some spots include: Ann Cooper Whitall House | Boxwood Hall| Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh Brewhouse
Check out the Harriet Tubman Museum
Cape May’s new Harriet Tubman Museum was one of the most anticipated new museums in the country in 2020 – and for good reason. The museum, set in a converted parsonage of a historically significant Black methodist church, highlights the rich history of Cape May’s Black community, as well as, of course, Harriet Tubman’s efforts to free slaves while living in Cape May. The museum offers guided tours on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 am – 3 pm, and Sundays from 2 – 3 pm.
Get Advice from the Women’s Council
There’s honestly nothing we love more than women supporting other women – which is why we’re all about Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey Women’s Council on mentorship. The panel is on Friday, March 11 from 8 – 10 am at The Legacy Club at Woodcrest. Tickets cost $45 in person, $10 to tune in virtually.
Celebrate Women Making a Difference in South Jersey Today
Join the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) of South Jersey in celebrating women making a difference in their communities at their Beyond the Glass Ceiling Awards Gala (including SJ Mag’s Marianne Aleardi, who will be honored for the “Beyond the Glass Ceiling Excellence Award”). The event is on March 31 from 5 – 8:30 pm at the Mansion in Voorhees. Tickets cost $110 for NAWBO members and $125 for non-members.
