On May 11, 1896, Mari Sandoz was born in Hay Springs, Nebraska. Long before women’s voices were widely heard in Western literature, Mari Sandoz carved out her place in history with a pen and a story no one else could tell. Her 1935 novel Old Jules brought national attention, but it was her commitment to truth and history that made her unforgettable. Today, her voice continues to shape the culture of the great plains. #Nebraska #author Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center University of Nebrask