Throughout time, many women have attempted to wear pants--a garment reflecting both gender and power. Beginning with the origin of trousers, Eileen Gose and Kathy DeHerrera will present selected periods in American history and tell how women challenged the system to expand their independence in life and in clothing. The presenters' soon to be released book, Reflecting Freedom: How Fashion Mirrored the Struggle for Women's Rights, will be available for purchase.