Baking Lives: Young Women in Rensselaer County, 1900-1925

Writer Amy Halloran has been studying the opportunities in Troy and throughout the county that girls had in the first part of the 20th century. She'll share what she's learned about the collar factories, nursing and secretarial schools, and other career options available at the time. Come try to imagine this very different era with her, and bring your questions -- and stories! -- if you have them.

This event is FREE to the public!

“Baking Lives” is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.