Clara Barton: The Courage Within March 1, 2009

Celebrate Woman’s History Month with this one-act family friendly play dramatizes the pivotal moments in the life of American Red Cross founder, Clara Barton. Get a glimpse of the personal stories of her life; how she transformed herself from a shy girl of ten, teased by classmates, into a brave woman caring for fallen soldiers during the battles of the Civil War and her interactions with President Lincoln. The interactive performance includes amazing video images of Clara Barton, including a letter from President Lincoln. See the show at Adventure Theatre and get a free tour of Clara’s House in Glen Echo Park led by a U.S. Park Ranger. Or bring the show to your school, Library or community center. On March 28th, see the show and then take part in a Blood Drive hosted by the American Red Cross, then go to an Open House at the Clara Barton National Historic Site, with free cider and Junior Park Activity Books.

Adventure Theatre March 2-6 (Free tour of Clara Barton National Historic Site) and March 28 (Blood Drive/ Clara Barton National Historic Site Open House) /On Tour March 9-27, 2009

Metrorail: Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Metrobus: Ride-On 29, 32

Official Website: http://www.adventuretheatre.org