The hard work, perseverance and contributions of women in North Carolina is being recognized all across the state during Women’s History Month. Speeches, exhibits and tours will reveal some of the many ways women have helped shape this state.

March 8. N.C. Museum of History, Raleigh. History á la Carte: I Served, Too: Fame and Humility. In 1978 Bennis M. Blue, Ph.D., was the first female member of the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg. She shares her experiences and historic first parachute jump with the 82nd, and offers insights for women considering a military career. Noon. Free.