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Against all odds, and with a determination uncharacteristic of women in the 1800s, Florence Nightingale won the right to serve. She was the first female superintendent of nurses in the British army and served in the Crimean War. Join master storyteller and award winning actor Megan Wells as she portrays Nightingale in a live performance via Zoom. Adults and teens. Please register to get a link.
Born on May 12, 1820, Florence Nightingale became the founder of the modern nursing profession. Against all odds, and with a determination uncharacteristic of women in the 1800s, Nightingale won the right to serve. She was the first female superintendent of nurses in the British army and led a team of 38 nurses into the horrible circumstances of the Crimean War. She later established a training program for nurses at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London.
Join master storyteller and award winning actor Megan Wells as she brings to life this famous historical figure in a live performance for adults and teens.
Please register to get a link for this live Zoom event. If you miss the live performance, you'll still be able to watch the recorded video until July 23.
EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | General |
TAGS: | Women's History |
Please note that this program is taking place online or via broadcast rather than at a physical location. Please see the event description for details on where to view or tune in.
