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Made possible by the Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Site and Association.
Many books and films have featured the Brooklyn Bridge, and millions of people have crossed it. Built between 1869 and 1883, without modern machines or even electric light, it was one of the most amazing technological achievements of its time. Yet few people know that a woman helped supervise much of its construction.
After her husband became bedridden, Emily Roebling became his liaison to the project, eventually communicating with the engineers and suppliers so well that it was rumored that she had become the Chief Engineer herself! Later, she helped design the family mansion in Trenton, studied law, organized relief for returning troops from the Spanish-American War, attended the coronation of the Tsar of Russia, and even took tea with Queen Victoria.
No registration for this event, but space is limited.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Multi-Generational | Kids | Families |
EVENT TYPE: | Local History & Genealogy | History | Arts & Culture |
