In honor of Women’s History Month, we seize this perfect opportunity to celebrate the enduring legacy of one of the legal field's most influential and remarkable figures, Ruth Bader Ginsburg. As the first Jewish woman and the second woman to grace the Supreme Court bench, she has undeniably earned her moniker, "the notorious R.B.G."
The Jewish museum and photographer Elinor Carucci pay tribute to Justice Ginsburg through a captivating display of her iconic collars worn throughout her tenure on the Supreme Court. Justice Ginsburg adorned these collars not merely to introduce a much-needed "feminine touch" to the Court, but also to convey messages through her attire. While some choices may have been random, many were deliberate, symbolizing various facets of her identity, values, and positions on significant issues. For instance, her "majority collar" (bottom left on slide one) often accompanied her delivery of majority opinions, yet it also graced the occasion of the first gay wedding she officiated prior to the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges legalizing same-sex marriage.
Justice Ginsburg's legacy transcends the legal field; she stands as a beacon of inspiration for women everywhere. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this remarkable tribute at the Jewish Museum before it concludes on May 27th, 2024!