In partnership with the National First Ladies Library & Museum, we are celebrating Amercia 250 with a special summer program for adults.
Lady Bird Johnson believed beauty mattered and proved it could be policy. This 30-minute program explores her leadership behind the Highway Beautification Act and her passionate advocacy for indigenous plants and wildflowers. Through her work, America’s roadsides and public spaces were transformed into places of environmental awareness rather than visual clutter. Participants will examine how beautification became a strategic tool for conservation, civic pride, and environmental stewardship, and how Lady Bird Johnson’s vision continues to shape the everyday landscapes Americans encounter today.
About Stephanie Bohnak, Director of Education & Curatorial Services
As the Director of Education & Curatorial Services for the National First Ladies Library & Museum at the First Ladies National Historic Site, Stephanie Bohnak brings a distinguished background and unwavering dedication to the institution. With an MA in History and Public History from Bowling Green State University, specializing in women's history and American enslavement, Bohnak is dedicated to illuminating often-overlooked narratives in American history. Her BA in History from the University of Akron, accompanied by minors in Anthropology and Classics, provides a comprehensive understanding of historical contexts and concepts. Additionally, Stephanie Bohnak holds an AS in Culinary Arts from Sullivan University, reflecting a diverse skill set that enriches educational endeavors with interdisciplinary perspectives. In this role, Stephanie Bohnak leads educational programming and outreach while assisting in collections management and curation, ensuring exhibits are both engaging and historically accurate. Through innovative programming and research, exhibits, and outreach, Stephanie Bohnak honors the legacies of America's First Ladies while fostering historical literacy and inclusivity for all.
