6–6:30 pm Reception
6:30–7:30 pm Conversation
In the 1960s, Gloria Steinem and Barbara Nessim were
roommates. These two independent, creative women – one from East Toledo and one
from the Bronx — forged a friendship that has lasted over fifty years. Join
them for an intimate conversation about their lives, their work and life in New
York City from the 1960s to today.
Gloria Steinem is a writer, lecturer, editor and
feminist activist.
Barbara Nessim is an artist, illustrator, and educator
who lives and works in New York City.