A screening of the HBO original movie Iron Jawed Angels.
123 minutes, Not Rated
Hilary Swank, Margo Martindale, Anjelica Huston
This historical drama was inspired by a pivotal chapter in American history. Defiant, young activists took the women’s suffrage movement by storm, putting their lives at risk to help American women win the right to vote. The movie first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2004 before being shown on HBO.
Co-sponsored with AAUW Northwest Suburban
Presented in recognition of Women's History Month and the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.