In 1900, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” ushered in a new age for the witch, transforming this age old figure in popular culture. While we will never know what precisely inspired L. Frank Baum to include good witches in his story, this presentation will discuss the influence of one powerful close connection, Matilda Joslyn Gage. Though an unfamiliar name today, Gage was an important leader in the first wave feminist movement, a trailblazing human rights activist, and Baum’s mother-in-law. Join us on March 26th at 6:00 pm EST for this free virtual program about the fascinating woman behind Oz.