First Lady Lucy Hayes’ Birthday Celebration

Lucy Hayes, wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes, was a pioneering First Lady known for her intelligence, grace, and advocacy for education and temperance. This celebration honors her legacy and contributions to American history during the Gilded Age. Families can expect to learn about her life, influence, and the role she played in 19th-century politics and society, likely through exhibits, presentations, or interactive activities that bring this important historical figure to life.