Women of 76: A Theatrical Tribute to Lesser Known Women of the American Revolution. Step back in time and discover the untold stories of 5 courageous women, both patriot and loyalist, American and foreign born, who witnessed, chronicled and in some cases changed the course of the American Revolution. A Massachusetts housewife who led an all-female militia to capture British spies. A German baroness who followed her Hessian general husband into the British camps. A fearless Georgian farmer’s wife who stood her ground against a Redcoat search party—alone. Discover their courage. Hear their voices. Experience the Revolution.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the New Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. This program is also supported by the Friends of the New Bedford Free Public Library.