Women's History Walking Tour: From Seneca Falls to Suffrage
Highlights
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A Civil War "sweetheart" who thought the wealthy should not be allowed to avoided the draft
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A California native who hosted over 500 women in support of suffrage
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An enslaved woman who put her name on the 1850 census and then escaped
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A ships figure head carver's wife who fought for women's right to serve as nurses in the Civil War
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A world-renowned soprano who was 'discovered' singing hymns in church
Summary
Step into the world of Bath’s trailblazing women—artists, activists, and pioneers—who defied the tides of history in the heart of Maine’s maritime empire.
Tour info
Duration
90 minutes
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
27.32:
(10-100 years)
$27.32
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
From 1850-1920 women all across America stepped out into public life-sometimes quietly, sometimes at center stage. This one mile, 90-minute guided walking tour focuses on the lives of women from Bath - a 19th century maritime behemoth - of varying backgrounds who made waves in the law, the arts, in politics, civil rights, social issues, health care, and more.
As we walk, we will trace the progress women made in speaking out and gaining rights, freedom, and independence in a world that pushed back. Their husbands and fathers were renowned sea captains and shipbuilders, and not always supportive. Stand outside their houses-from an Italianate mansion with a widow's walk to modest middle class Greek Revivals with simple trim-imagining the echoes of gatherings and whispered hopes for change.
Guided by an infectious local educator, the tour will include time for questions and conversation. Join us for an inspiring journey and reserve your spot today!
As we walk, we will trace the progress women made in speaking out and gaining rights, freedom, and independence in a world that pushed back. Their husbands and fathers were renowned sea captains and shipbuilders, and not always supportive. Stand outside their houses-from an Italianate mansion with a widow's walk to modest middle class Greek Revivals with simple trim-imagining the echoes of gatherings and whispered hopes for change.
Guided by an infectious local educator, the tour will include time for questions and conversation. Join us for an inspiring journey and reserve your spot today!
What’s included?
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Expert tour guide -
Small group with time for questions -
Ideas for making the most out of the rest of your visit. -
Excludes meals
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Sunscreen, water
Things to know
Before you book
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Bathrooms are available at the start point, at the Patten Free Library, every day except Sundays and holidays.
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The route is on public sidewalks and streets, with one medium hill.
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Leave time before or after to dine or shop in charming downtown Bath.
Before you go
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Bathrooms are available at the start point, at the Patten Free Library, every day except Sundays and holidays.
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The 1 mile route is a loop
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Women's History is an expansive topic - we are constrained by time, geography and to an extent by the surviving historical record.
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
About operator:
Offering fun and fascinating walking tours in the City of Ships, charming and picturesque Bath, Maine, only 35 minutes from Portland, Maine.
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