MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS



MARY EVE THORSON & WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY: WIU

MARY EVE THORSON was laid to rest on November 29, 2011, in Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery located in the Quad Cities. She is referred to as a Martyr For Bullied Teachers. Mary Eve sacrificed her life on Thanksgiving Day, 2011, to bring attention to teachers whom were suffering in silence due to emotional abuse at the hands of administrators/educators within their respective academic institutions. Her alma mater, Western Illinois University, will honor Mary Eve by giving her personal artifacts a prominent place within their Education Department in the near future...a definitive date is being determined. Until this happens a photograph of her special items can be viewed above, i.e., The United States Flag presented to Mary Eve's parents on the evening of her documentary premiere, DYING TO TEACH: The Killing of Mary Eve Thorson, "Educators Who Bully" (Mary was enlisted in the Army Reserve for 8 years before becoming a teacher), the T-Shirt Mary Eve wore while building schools in Usulutan El Salvador, The Medal she was awarded for her service, her U.S. Army Uniform, The 6 page letter she left in her vehicle before standing in the path of an oncoming semi-truck (It implored the world to protect abused teachers and the students whom they loved. The letter also addressed Oprah Winfrey and former president Barack Obama, believing their power and influence would force people to listen), a Painting of Mary Eve which was presented to her family, and finally the framed Documentary Poster which contains the master copy of the film (The film was requested by the Save Our Schools organization for its conference in Washington D.C., on August 3, 2012). Mary Eve's parents entrusted these things to me because they knew I'd keep my promise, and make the world aware of their daughter's selfless act committed in protection of teachers and their students. I am beyond grateful that Mary Eve will be celebrated by WIU, the university she loved and was so proud to be a part of. 


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The Mary Eve Thorson Museum For Teachers was born from the realization that no place existed in the city of Chicago or state of Illinois, which honored the teaching profession in a lasting and dynamic way. Yes, there are museums which offer programs for teachers to assist them in educating students regarding whatever philosophy its particular institution projects, but nothing existed for the purpose of paying homage to teachers exclusively.  Nearly 9 years ago an effort was made to reach out to individuals all over the country with only one request, that they donate any possession of their choosing which was of great significance to them and give it in remembrance of a special teacher.  Most important, no money would ever be solicited or accepted! 

Before it was over items began pouring in, the likes of which you would probably never see together under one roof.  There is a common theme throughout the museum as related to each unique exhibit, that being an ability to elicit fond memories of school, a favorite teacher, classmates, fun times, learning, and family. Teachers whom have experienced the METMFT cried, laughed, pointed, and reveled in the knowledge that wherever they looked a gift had been given out of great reverence for what teachers have contributed to children, teens, and adults over hundreds of years. Until the museum procures a permanent home, we will keep you updated regarding the schedule as it travels. There will NEVER be a cost associated with viewing the museum.  Simply come, enjoy some free baked goods, and allow yourself to remember why teachers are valuable, necessary, and clearly loved for all they do to educate, inspire, and empower.




MUSEUM EXHIBITS



THE DR. SEUSS EXHIBIT





THE MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS SCHOOLHOUSE EXHIBIT 





THE MARY EVE THORSON AND BULLIED TEACHERS EXHIBIT





ANDY GRIFFITH MEETS THE HONEYMOONERS AND THE 3 STOOGES EXHIBIT





THE SELENA QUINTANILLA EXHIBIT





THE HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN EXHIBIT





THE ELIE WIESEL: "NEVER AGAIN, NEVER FORGET" EXHIBIT





THE DICK AND JANE EXHIBIT





THE TEACHER STREET EXHIBIT




THE MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD EXHIBIT





THE ROMPER ROOM EXHIBIT





THE SHARI LEWIS AND LAMB CHOP EXHIBIT





THE SCHOOL LUNCHROOM EXHIBIT





THE SHOW N' TELL EXHIBIT




THE GIANT NOTEBOOK PAPER INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT





THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL EXHIBIT





THE PUBLIC SCHOOL EXHIBIT





THE HIGH SCHOOL EXHIBIT





THE SCHOOL RECESS EXHIBIT





THE DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.,  JOHN F. KENNEDY,  HARVEY BERNARD MILK, 

CIVIL RIGHTS EXHIBIT




THE TITANIC EXHIBIT




THE WIZARD OF OZ EXHIBIT





THE GONE WITH THE WIND EXHIBIT





THE ALICE IN WONDERLAND TEA PARTY EXHIBIT





THE DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT EXHIBIT





THE DO YOU REMEMBER? EXHIBIT





THE RAY RAYNER INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT





THE HEDY LAMARR EXHIBIT





An extremely special exhibit will be

dedicated to my very 1st teacher, GLADYS RICHARDSON (mommy).

WE HAVE DEMENTIA: A Mother And Daughter Redefine The Familiar With LOVE

When my mother left this world, I promised myself that I'd write a book which might prove helpful to other people. Now, in dedication to mommy, I am providing a link to the audio series, WE HAVE DEMENTIA: A Mother and Daughter Redefine The Familiar With LOVE. It offers memories of our moments together as we fought the illnesses (Vascular Dementia and Severe Spinal Stenosis) which eventually took mommy's life in September of 2017. This series is meant to give new caregivers a glimpse into life with a loved one battling Dementia. I hope that it helps many!

http://www.wehavedementia.com/?temp-new-window-replacement=true




If time allows please listen to the introduction of the documentary, DYING TO TEACH: The Killing of Mary Eve Thorson, "Educators Who Bully" at the Save Our Schools conference in Washington, DC.  And, you may also view the film in its entirety at no cost; It is offered directly below the Save Our Schools video. Both films can be found on the homepage of this website!


TEACHERS EVERYWHERE, WE SALUTE YOU!


The METMFT 








02 - School Days.mp3

DYING TO TEACH: The Killing of Mary Eve Thorson, "Educators Who Bully"

WGN RADIO: RICK KOGAN and MYRA KATHRYN RICHARDSON 

THE QUIET PROBLEM HAUNTING SCHOOLS