Ukrainky Lecture Series, 1 of 8
- Scottsdale Civic Center Library 3839 North Drinkwater Boulevard Scottsdale, AZ, 85251 United States (map)
Amazon Women Warriors & Skiphs
Explore the origins of cultural phenomena known as “Amazon women”, its geographical location and connection to Scythian culture. Archeological finds, Scythian kurgans and archeological evidence on modern territory of Ukraine.
Ready to rethink everything you know about Amazon warriors? Join us Sept 18 at Scottsdale Civic Center Library for a lecture that brings legends to life.
📍 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 | Auditorium Room #306
Lecture Archive
The remarkable life of a Ukrainian educator, feminist, and nation-builder who transformed early childhood learning. Born into a challenging era, Rusova became a pioneering voice for progressive education, women’s rights, and cultural identity—leaving a legacy that helped shape modern Ukrainian pedagogy.
A fascinating story of a Ukrainian peasant girl who was captured and enslaved, yet managed to rule one of the most powerful Muslim Empires of its time and who become an equal in marriage.
Learn the captivating story of early Christianity in Kyivan Rus. The resilience, ingenuity and strength of one woman that managed to “take care of family business” after the murder of her husband. Learn how Olga brought Christianity to Kyivan Rus and strengthened the entire region.
The story of a woman who transformed the royal court of France and taught the French nobility how to use forks and table manners.
In this lecture, we will travel back in time to the Cucuteni-Trypillya culture that is seven thousand years old. There we will learn about the societal structure and women’s role in it and the influence this civilization had on the entire Europe.
Explore the origins of cultural phenomena known as “Amazon women”, its geographical location and connection to Scythian culture. Archeological finds, Scythian kurgans and archeological evidence on modern territory of Ukraine.