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National Geographic Live — When Women Ruled the World
September 26 @ 7:00 pm
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Dr. Kara Cooney, professor of Egyptian art and architecture at UCLA, joins us for a look at a time in ancient history when women ruled the world. Often neglected in history books, these women were considered exceptions to the rule, political pawns in a patriarchal society, but their power and influence is undeniable. Cleopatra used her sensuality — and her money — to build alliances with warlords of the Roman Empire. Neferusobek was the first woman to definitively take the title of King. Nefertiti is known more for her beauty than for bringing a fractured Egypt together. What can we learn from how these women ruled? Dr. Cooney shares some illuminating answers.
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Public Transit: This location is accessible via the CTA Red Line at Jackson; CTA loop trains at Adams & Wabash; and CTA Blue Line at LaSalle.
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The Auditorium Theatre has wheelchair accessible seating.
