Well-Behaved Women: Women in Science Social, political and educational reformers in favor of opportunities for women faced enough opposition throughout history without considering that women would want to engage in scientific pursuits, scientific study being thought far beyond the capabilities of any woman. The brave women who persisted in crossing those boundaries opened the realm of scientific study to a whole new perspective, shedding new light on the study of the world around us. This program will draw on the lives and writings of Martha Maxwell, pioneer naturalist; Maria Mitchell, astronomer; Ruth Underhill, anthropologist; and Rachel Carson, biologist. Join us for a fascinating look at these pioneer scientists and the challenging world in which they followed their passion.