Barbara Hughes
American History Women
About Barb & Programs

Barbara Hughes taught American History for 26 years and is now retired. She is a professional historian and serves on the board of The Civil War Roundtable of Western Missouri.  She also is an active member of The Blue Springs Historical Society and The Jackson County Historical Society.  She is listed on the Speakers' Bureau of The Jackson County Historical Society.  She loves bringing historical women and their times to life for people of all ages to enjoy.

Reflections -
Historical Vignettes


Barbara's presentations involve
first person story-telling, historic replicas, music, and Powerpoint.

She can design a unique program to meet your individual needs.  Pricing is available upon request.

Sample Programs:
  • Priscilla Mullins
  • Anna Mary Kersallen
  • Fort Osage with Lewis & Clark, Osage Indians, and Sarah Morris
  • Narcissa Whitman
  • Jackson County History
    • Early 1800's,  Lewis & Clark,
    • Pioneers Mary Lobb and Rebecca Hawkins
    • Mormons
    • Three Trails
  • Jackson County History
    • Slavery, Border Wars, Civil War, Ann Everett


Photo courtesy of GateHouse Media.