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LC State to Host Women's History Month Presentations in March
The series, themed 'Rebels with a Cause,' will explore women's contributions throughout history, with an emphasis on the American Revolution.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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Lewis-Clark State College will host a series of presentations in March to mark Women's History Month, with this year's events focusing on America's 250th birthday and the role women have played in shaping the nation. The series will run from March 3-12 and will feature talks by historical consultants, students, and professors on topics like women's roles in the American Revolution and their contributions to historic preservation and community building.
Why it matters
The presentations aim to highlight the often overlooked and underappreciated contributions of women throughout American history, especially during the nation's formative years around the time of the American Revolution. By exploring these stories, the series seeks to expand public understanding and appreciation of the vital role women have played in the development of the United States.
The details
The series, titled 'Rebels with a Cause,' will feature four presentations over the course of two weeks in March. It will open with a talk by historical consultant Courtney Kramer on women's roles in historic preservation. This will be followed by a presentation from student Haileyann Johnson on the Schuyler sisters and women's parts in the American Revolution, as depicted in the musical Hamilton. On March 10, LC State Professor Amanda Van Lanen will discuss recipes and food's connection to the fight for independence. The series will conclude with a keynote address by Idaho State Historian HannaLore Hein on 250 years of American women's expanding influence and community building.
- The series will run from March 3-12, 2026.
- The opening presentation by Courtney Kramer will take place at noon on Tuesday, March 3.
- Haileyann Johnson's presentation will be at noon on Wednesday, March 4.
- Amanda Van Lanen's talk is scheduled for noon on Tuesday, March 10.
- The keynote address by HannaLore Hein will be at noon on Thursday, March 12.
The players
Courtney Kramer
A historical consultant and former director of Beautiful Downtown Lewiston.
Haileyann Johnson
A senior history major at LC State who also serves as a judge for the 2026 regional History Day competition.
Amanda Van Lanen
A Professor of History and Humanities Division Chair at LC State.
HannaLore Hein
The Idaho State Historian.
What’s next
The presentations are free and open to the public. More information is available on the LC State Women's History Month webpage.
The takeaway
By highlighting the often overlooked contributions of women throughout American history, especially during the nation's formative years, the LC State Women's History Month series aims to expand public understanding and appreciation of the vital role women have played in shaping the United States.
