Bringing the Women Who Made History…Back To Life

Voices of American HERstory: Bringing the Women Who Made History… Back to Life

History doesn’t just live in books—it lives in voices, stories, and the courage of those who came before us.
Inspired by a toastmaster’s speech she gave about abolitionist Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Voices of American HERstory Founder Rebecca Now had a period costume made and became a re-enactor of Stanton.  She has performed for the Missouri History Museum, the National Park Service, the American Association of University Women, and many libraries, schools, and organizations.  From there, she developed a team of re-enactors to educate students and others about women's fight for the right to vote. Voices of American HERstory is an innovative program that brings iconic women of the 19th century back to life through powerful, costumed performances and interactive programs that educate, engage, and inspire audiences of all ages.

Here are the performances and programs they offer:

Featured Solo Performances

The Tale of Seneca Falls – It Started with a Tea Party
Travel back to 1848 as Elizabeth Cady Stanton recalls how an afternoon tea sparked the first Women’s Rights Convention. From Wesleyan Chapel to her bold “Declaration of Sentiments,” Stanton reveals the inside story of how the movement began. Performed in costume by Rebecca Now, with time for Q&A and photos.

A Self-Made Woman on a Mission – Sojourner Truth
Best remembered for her stirring “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech, Sojourner Truth overcame enslavement to become a preacher, activist, and author. Her life story is one of resilience and determination, inspiring audiences to stand firm in their convictions.

“Organize, Agitate, Educate” – Susan B. Anthony
One of the most tireless reformers in U.S. history, Susan B. Anthony reflects on her 50-year fight for suffrage, recounting both victories and setbacks with passion and wit. Her message still resonates today as a call to action.

Each performance includes period costumes, dynamic storytelling, and opportunities for audience Q&A and photos.

Interactive Programs

Talk Show: Rebecca Now-and-Then Interviews Time-Traveling Guests
History meets late-night TV in this lively program! Host Rebecca-Now-and-Then (complete with her signature red glasses) chats with figures like Sojourner Truth and Susan B. Anthony. From Truth’s unforgettable speech to Anthony’s surprising connection to Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West Show, history unfolds in an engaging, interactive format.

The “Scribbling Women” of the 19th Century
From sentimental novels to social revolutions, women writers shaped culture and stirred controversy. This program highlights the literary triumphs of Louisa May Alcott, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and others who turned “that damned mob of scribbling women” (as Nathaniel Hawthorne once called them) into a force for change.

Booking Information

Voices of American HERstory performances and programs are ideal for libraries, schools, museums, and community events. Each event is designed to