The only person in his administration FDR said he could trust was Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins. The first women to serve in the US Cabinet, Frances returns to the Morrill Memorial Library on March 7 at 6:30 pm, to help us celebrate Women's History Month. Come hear stories of her trials, trip-ups, and triumphs in the FDR administration during the tumultuous years that encompassed the Depression, New Deal, and World War 11.

Discover the stories behind topics that include:  The list of demands she presented to FDR before accepting the Secretary of Labor appointment; Her role in developing and pushing through New Deal programs; The impeachment attempt that left her career in tatters; Professional and personal repercussions of The Depression, World War 11, the anti-immigrant movement, gender bias, and more; Resignation and post-political life; Bedeviling troubles with her husband and daughter.

You will come to understand the reasons Frances Perkins is referred to as one of the most influential women of the first half of the 20th century.

It is not necessary to have seen Part 1 of the Francs Perkins series to enjoy Part 2. Janet Parnes of Historical Portrayals by Lady J will portray Miss Perkins.

Registration is required for this program funded by the Friends of the Library. To reserve your seat please fill out the form below, call the Reference Desk at 781-769-0200 x2, or visit the Reference Desk.