Artists' statement "HEAR US poses questions of similarity and difference. Our work introduces viewers to the individual honorees as revealed in their words and images. It also presents the six women as a group linked by courage, perseverance, and commitment to active participation in public life. We wanted people to ‘hear’ these women, women who were brave enough to speak and act publicly at a time when women were largely confined to the private sphere. We know that these six were not alone in seeking social change; others came before them, and many more followed. We can only hope that this will not be the last piece of artwork in the Massachusetts State House to recognize the contributions of women. " Sheila Levrant de Bretteville and Susan Sellers

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