The Wilson Museum and the Castine Historical Society are excited to host a Maine Speaks program with Jefferson Navicky of the Maine Women Writers Collection on November 17.

 The Maine Women Writers Collection has numerous diaries spanning the 19th and 20th century kept by Maine women across the state whose lives were remarkable in their un-remarkableness. In the quotidian passing of their days – from weather to chores to historic moments – the accumulation gives shape and significance to their lives.

 By sampling and discussing a selection of these diaries across time, we will all connect with the common struggles and small triumphs of what it’s like to be human and to live day by day. The Wilson Museum and the Castine Historical Society also invite you consider how the exploration of women’s diaries in our local collections can be inspired by Navicky’s approach.

 To receive the Zoom link, email Haley at education@wilsonmuseum.org.

 Maine Speaks is a program of the Maine Humanities Council.