JOURNAL ARTICLE

Public History Review.

  • Published In: New York History, 2024, v. 105, n. 2. P. 386 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Lemak, Jennifer 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the exhibition "Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100" at the Museum of the City of New York, celebrating the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to the U.S. Congress. The exhibition covers Chisholm's activist and political career, highlighting her impact on issues such as poverty, racial discrimination, and women's equality. It also showcases how Chisholm's race, gender, and class influenced her work, featuring artwork and political ephemera that reflect her identity and contributions to society. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New York History. 2024/12, Vol. 105, Issue 2, p386
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0146-437X
  • DOI:10.1353/nyh.2024.a951724
  • Accession Number:183483786
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