A Feminine Touch: The story of the women who had a hand in shaping a town

Visitors will learn about the profound impact women have made within Ocean City from the 1800s through the 1990s. The display of historic photographs, postcards, military awards, and women’s clothing gives visitors a view into the lives of several influential women. With a focus on the hospitality industry, this exhibit will cover a group of eight forward-thinking women who represented what is now known as the “Petticoat Regime.” These women were entrepreneurs who owned and operated some of the town’s first hotels. Let’s not forget about the “Steel Magnolias”, a group of women honored by the O.C. Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association as some of the most successful business owners of the 1980s. In addition to showcasing entrepreneurs, women in uniform, and individuals who committed acts of bravery are woven into this timeline.