JOURNAL ARTICLE

A Spirit Thread of Labor's Public History: Memory, a Tradition of Historian Activists, and the Mother Jones Heritage Project.

  • Published In: Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society, 2025, v. 118, n. 2. P. 11 1 of 3

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

  • Authored By: Feurer, Rosemary 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Mother Jones Heritage Project, which aims to revive and promote the legacy of Mary Harris "Mother" Jones, a prominent labor activist, and to highlight the broader history of working-class struggles. The project emerged from collaborative efforts among labor historians, artists, and community partners, particularly in Illinois, and utilizes various mediums such as exhibits, documentaries, and performances to engage the public with Jones's story and the early labor movement. It emphasizes the importance of place in labor history, particularly in Illinois, and seeks to connect past and present struggles for workers' rights. The project has also inspired international initiatives, including the Mother Jones Festival in Cork, Ireland, and aims to establish a statue of Jones in Chicago, further solidifying her role as a symbol of labor activism. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society. 2025/06, Vol. 118, Issue 2, p11
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1522-1067
  • DOI:10.5406/23283335.118.2.03
  • Accession Number:186160517
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