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History Bites - Arizona Cowgirls: From Ranch to Rodeo to Photography

Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
12 - 12:30 p.m.
Cost:
Free
Add to Calendar 2025-08-05 12:00:00 2025-07-30 12:51:19 History Bites - Arizona Cowgirls: From Ranch to Rodeo to Photography Arizona cowgirls have reshaped societal norms since 1889, when they participated in our state’s first official rodeo. From ranch owners to the first female rodeo photographer, they have opened new frontiers for and elevated the status of Arizona women.About the SpeakerDr. Melanie Sturgeon is the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Arizona Women's Hall of Fame. Our mission is to honor, celebrate, and peserve the stories of exceptional Arizona women. She is also the co-founder and President of the Arizona Women's History Alliance. This organization increases public awareness of the experiences and intergenerational contributions of Arizona women who collectively represent our diversified racial, indigenous, ethinc, cultural, social, economic, and political history. We encourage new research and writing and individual women and women’s organizations to preserve and donate their papers, including photographs and correspondence.Reserve Your SpotGet a taste of Chandler's history during 30-minute talks led by museum curators and local experts. These bite-sized events are available to all ages with topics geared towards older audiences. Bring some take-out or a brown bag lunch to enjoy during History Bites. City of Chandler info@chandleraz.gov America/Phoenix public
History Bites - Arizona Cowgirls

Arizona cowgirls have reshaped societal norms since 1889, when they participated in our state’s first official rodeo. From ranch owners to the first female rodeo photographer, they have opened new frontiers for and elevated the status of Arizona women.

About the Speaker

Dr. Melanie Sturgeon is the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Arizona Women's Hall of Fame. Our mission is to honor, celebrate, and peserve the stories of exceptional Arizona women. She is also the co-founder and President of the Arizona Women's History Alliance. This organization increases public awareness of the experiences and intergenerational contributions of Arizona women who collectively represent our diversified racial, indigenous, ethinc, cultural, social, economic, and political history. We encourage new research and writing and individual women and women’s organizations to preserve and donate their papers, including photographs and correspondence.

Reserve Your Spot

Get a taste of Chandler's history during 30-minute talks led by museum curators and local experts. These bite-sized events are available to all ages with topics geared towards older audiences. Bring some take-out or a brown bag lunch to enjoy during History Bites.