Veryl Goodnight, A New Beginning, bronze, 14x6x6, $2,400

Veryl Goodnight

The Territory of Wyoming recognized women's right to vote as early as 1869. Wyoming actually refused to enter the Union until 1890 when President Benjamin Harrison signed a bill approving Wyoming as the nations first "Equality State." In 1893, Colorado became the first state in the Union to give women the right to vote in a popular election. "A New Beginning" represents the empowerment women felt in the 1890's.

Our 2006 move to Southwestern Colorado is a new beginning for Roger and I as well. I am surrounded with a wealth of exciting new subject matter such as Mrs. Camp's Town Ladies (and Gents) who celebrate the Victorian era through authentic costume and activities.