A History of Rosie the Riveter in Michigan During World War II

Rosie the Riveter is an American cultural icon that represents the women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II, many of whom produced munitions and war supplies. Michigan, including Emmet County, is home to many manufacturing facilities that employed Rosies.  Linda Rogers and Angie Morthland, members of the Cheboygan and Emmet County Chapter of the American Rosie the Riveter Association, present an energetic program in costume as Rosie the Riveters. They will share local history highlighting the roles Rosies played in the World War II effort.