Eleanor Roosevelt – “First Lady of the World”

February 12, 2:00 pm

Portrayed by Jessica Michna, Eleanor Roosevelt shares with the audience her tragedies and triumphs. Born into the opulent wealth of America’s “Golden Age” she would grow from the shy, homely orphan into a confident, driven woman. Toughened by personal tragedy, she would emerge as a champion of civil rights, author, and stateswoman. She is best summed up by President Harry S. Truman, who dubbed her “The First Lady of the World.”

Jessica Michna has become widely known for her riveting portrayals of First Ladies and other historic women as well as her fictitious characters. Her performances are compelling and emotionally enthralling. Audiences laugh along with her humorous anecdotes. 

 Please call 835-5801 to register for this free program.