The Women of Cantigny

Cantigny Park is the 500-acre former estate of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, member of the U.S. Army’s First Division in WWI and longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. After his death, his will establish the Robert R. McCormick Charitable Trust and designated Cantigny as a public space for education and recreation. Here you will find the Robert R. McCormick Museum, a historic house museum interpreting the life and legacy of the Colonel. The mansion reveals the public and private sides of one of America’s wealthiest and most philanthropic families. During this presentation, learn about the women of the Medill, McCormick and Paterson families, whom, due to a lack of male heirs, were propelled to do amazing things. From serving in Congress, breaking flight records, winning the Pulitzer Prize and owning their own newspapers, each woman has a fascinating story. Presented by Laurie Russell. This program is sponsored by the Naperville Woman's Club. *Registration required

This program is being held virtually via Zoom. Please register through Zoom directly: The Women of Cantigny