Katharine Hepburn, an American icon, born and raised in Connecticut, had a career in stage, film and television that reflected the changing role of women in broader society. The story of her life-long ties to Connecticut offers a complete picture of how Hepburn became the woman and the star she was.
Presenter Jenny Steadman is the Adult Programs Manager of the Connecticut Historical Society. She holds her Ph.D. in women's history and literature from Emory University and has taught at Emory University, Trinity College, and most recently at the President's College of the University of Hartford.
This 45-60 minute presentation will be followed by the movie Morning Glory starring Katharine Hepburn, Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., and Adolphe Menjou. The film tells the story of an eager would-be actress and her journey to stardom, and what she loses as a result. Hepburn won her first Academy Award for Best Actress for this movie.
Co-sponsored by the Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Senior Center.