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Celebrating Women’s History Month with …

It's Women's History MonthBy Sue Lang

As we mark Women’s History Month, did you know that a significant woman in history has left a legacy in the greater Redding area?

Come see the remarkable artwork of Eupherina Charlton Fortune (1885-1969) at the Shasta State Historic Park, the only designated art gallery within the California State Park System. Fortune’s work, along with others by world-renowned artists, are on exhibit as part of the Mae Helene Bacon Boggs collection.

Boggs was a strong proponent for the Votes for Women campaign in California. She also was an avid supporter women’s art.  Approximately 25 percent of the artwork in the Boggs collection is by women artists. Continue reading “Celebrating Women’s History Month with …”