Celebrating Juliette Gordon Low's Legacy: Girl Scouts, History, and Inspiration

In this episode of the Tybee Island Marine Science Center Podcast, host Jessica Leigh Lebos welcome Shannon Browning Mullis, Executive Director of the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace.   They discuss the fascinating life of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts of America, and her impact on young women. Shannon shares insights into Juliette's unique character and her contributions during a time of social change. The discussion highlights the ongoing programs at the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, particularly focusing on the Progressive Era and its connection to modern movements for inclusivity and empowerment.   The episode wraps up with details on upcoming events, including a special Monsters and Manuscripts lecture series. This podcast is a celebration of history, community, and the enduring legacy of the Girl Scouts.   Learn more about the voices and topics in this episode: Visit Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum   Follow Tybee Marine Science on Instagram   What's happening at Tybee Island Marine Science Center Resources: Become a MEMBER Volunteer at Tybee Island Marine Science Center Partnership and Donation Opportunities Proudly produced by Dee Daniels Media Podcast Network   FIND A SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome to Tybee Island Marine Science Center Podcast 00:48 Introducing Juliette Gordon Low 01:12 Juliette Gordon Low's Early Life and Marriage 01:39 Founding of the Girl Scouts 04:29 Juliette Gordon Low's Legacy and Impact 04:55 The Birthplace Museum Experience 06:15 Girl Scout Programs and Badges 10:58 Historical Mariners and Wing Scout Programs 14:07 Inclusivity and Evolution of Girl Scouts 14:59 Shannon Browning Mullis' Work in Savannah 22:19 Upcoming Events and Programs 24:16 Closing Remarks and Future Outlook