Women’s History Month is coming to an end, but there’s still time to acknowledge two of the most influential women in Charlotte’s history. In fact, they have already been immortalized in bronze on the Trail of History.
We won’t dive too deep into their stories, because the self-guided walking tour is a must.
Jane Wilkes
The “Godmother of Charlotte Hospitals” was the first woman added to the trail, with her statue dedicated back in 2014.
Wilkes was instrumental in opening the first two civilian hospitals in the city: St. Peter’s Home & Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital, the first hospital in NC for Black residents.
Dr. Annie Alexander
In 2022, Dr. Alexander’s statue was unveiled. Born in Mecklenburg County, a plaque is placed outside the site of her former home.
Following her work around Charlotte, providing many resources free-of-charge, she aided the war effort during World War I. Alexander was appointed acting assistant surgeon at Charlotte’s Camp Greene to help combat the Spanish Flu outbreak of 1918.
Want more? Their stories await.
