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Women in History

Abigail Adams
2025-07-01 19:00:00 2025-07-01 20:30:00 America/New_York Women in History Women in History proudly presents a window into the world of Abigail Adams. Westlake Porter Public Library - Porter Room

Tuesday, July 01
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-01 19:00:00 2025-07-01 20:30:00 America/New_York Women in History Women in History proudly presents a window into the world of Abigail Adams. Westlake Porter Public Library - Porter Room

Women in History proudly presents a window into the world of Abigail Adams.

Women in History presents First Lady Abigail Adams—married to President John Adams and mother of President John Quincy Adams—Abigail lived through many enormous changes in the country. We will hear about her unique experiences.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy |

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Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent public library serving the residents of the city of Westlake, western Cuyahoga County and eastern Lorain County. The library is located at 27333 Center Ridge Road in Westlake, Ohio. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, or goes to school in Ohio can register for a free library card.

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