Health & Beauty Secrets of the Past

Thursday, October 17, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Pioneer Bank, 1450 Adams St, Mankato

Lydia Pinkham’s Compound, crushed beetles, and arsenic complexion wafers are just a few of the questionable substances used by women in the past. Find out which have stood the test of time, and which are extremely dangerous! Are consumers being duped by questionable products?

• Presenter: Susan Hynes makes learning about history colorful and engaging by performing as a costumed historical interpreter. She frequently volunteers at the historic Hubbard House in Mankato. Over the past twenty or so years you may also have seen her at any of the following: Betsy-Tacy Society, Cox House in St. Peter, Waseca Historical Society, Chaska History Center, LeDuc Estate in Hastings, History Fest at Jack McGowan’s Farm, Friends of the Boy in Blue Civil War Symposium, or the Cannon Old West Society.
• Sponsor: Tricia Nienow