King County proclaims March Women’s History Month

With an nod to the theme for this year’s celebration, the Metropolitan King County Council Monday declared the month of March as Women’s History Month in King County and encouraged county residents to participate in events and learn more about the significant role women have played throughout history.

March 1, 2010 6:30 pm
The four women serving on the Metropolitan King County Council flank County Executive Dow Constantine (l-r) Councilmember Julia Patterson
The four women serving on the Metropolitan King County Council flank County Executive Dow Constantine (l-r) Councilmember Julia Patterson

With an nod to the theme for this year’s celebration, the Metropolitan King County Council Monday declared the month of March as Women’s History Month in King County and encouraged county residents to participate in events and learn more about the significant role women have played throughout history.

The theme for the 2010 celebration, “Writing Women Back into History,” recognizes the depth and breadth of women’s achievements, from ecology to art, from sports to politics.

“The contributions of women have shaped our society and our lives in very positive ways,” said Council Vice Chair Jane Hague, whose district includes Bellevue. “It is imperative that we constantly remember their great works and how they have shaped the lives of future generations.”

Congress recognized “Women’s History Week” in 1981 to celebrate the significant role of women in American history and contemporary society. In 1987, Congress expanded “Women’s History Week” to “Women History Month.”