The National Women's Hall of Fame reopens to the public May 25.

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All donors who make gifts of $48 (or more) become National Women’s Hall of Fame members and are recognized as a part of the 1848 Society! Learn more about the 1848 Society membership program below.

An open call to fiber artists: be a part of the National Women’s Hall of Fame this summer!

The National Women's Hall of Fame is pleased to invite artists to submit your fiber-forward handwork to be included in a special exhibition this summer. Download exhibition and submission instructions here. The exhibition Crafting Democracy: Fiber Arts and Activism...

National Women’s Hall of Fame to reopen to the public on May 25

The National Women's Hall of Fame is pleased to announce its much-anticipated reopening to the public on May 25, 2024. Following opening day, the museum will welcome visitors every Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. The reopening of the National...

National Women’s Hall of Fame announces new funding to continue work at the Seneca Knitting Mill

NY Senators Schumer and Gillibrand championed efforts to ensure women’s stories have a home in the birthplace of Women’s Rights  SENECA FALLS, NY... The National Women’s Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that the FY24 appropriations bill signed into law this week...

National Women’s Hall of Fame announces 2024 Inductees

Ten women will comprise the first class of Inductees to be honored at a nationally broadcast Induction Ceremony in New York City The National Women's Hall of Fame, the nation's first and oldest nonprofit dedicated to honoring distinguished American women, is honored...

An open letter to our Seneca Falls community

To our cherished Seneca Falls community,   News has broken, and by now you know that the National Women’s Hall of Fame plans to hold the 2024 Induction Ceremony in New York City in March. I knew this venue change would be met with mixed feelings in the community....

What is a hall of fame?

What is a hall of fame? I asked Google. “A hall of fame is a type of museum where people can see things relating to famous people who are connected with a particular area of activity.” I beg to differ. Here’s why. The National Women’s Hall of Fame recognizes women who...
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Why Do We Need A National Women’s Hall of Fame?

In 1969, Shirley Hartley was horrified to learn that less than 10% of the honorees in the Hall of Great Americans were women. This revelation ignited a movement to create a National Women's Hall of Fame that honors women whose contributions span the arts, athletics,...

The Hall Launches 48 Hours for Equal Rights Giving Challenge

Seneca Falls, NY – In celebration of the 175th anniversary of the historic Seneca Falls Convention and its lasting impact on women's rights, the National Women’s Hall of Fame is excited to announce the launch of the 48...

National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Adjusted Gallery Hours

The National Women’s Hall of Fame will adjust its gallery hours for the remainder of 2023, allowing for the continuation of its restoration and rehabilitation work at the Seneca Knitting Mill. “The Hall is so grateful for the continuous support and enthusiasm of our...

Take Part in Convention Days Weekend

Each year, the Town of Seneca Falls comes alive in celebration of the anniversary of the the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention. This year is a special one as our nation commemorates both the 175th anniversary of the convention as well as the 100th anniversary of the...

Discover the Women of the Hall

Toni Morrison
Born 1931
Achievements: Arts, Humanities
2020 Inductee
Sonia Sotomayor
Born 1954
Achievements: Education, Government
2019 Inductee
Katherine Johnson
Born 1918
Achievements: Science
2021 Inductee
Dorothy Day
Born 1897
Achievements: Humanities
2001 Inductee
Dolores Huerta
Born 1930
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Esther Peterson
Born 1906
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Victoria Jackson
Born 1955
Achievements: Business, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Born 1926
Achievements: Science
2007 Inductee
Maria Goeppert-Mayer
Born 1906
Achievements: Science
1996 Inductee
Shirley Ann Jackson
Born 1946
Achievements: Education, Science
1998 Inductee
Florence Sabin
Born 1871
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Barbara Holdridge
Born 1929
Achievements: Arts, Business
2001 Inductee
Mary Cassatt
Born 1844
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Mary Baker Eddy
Born 1821
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Emily Howland
Born 1827
Achievements: Humanities
2021 Inductee
Dorothea Dix
Born 1802
Achievements: Humanities
1979 Inductee
Sandra Day O'Connor
Born 1930
Achievements: Government
1995 Inductee
Willa Cather
Born 1873
Achievements: Arts
1988 Inductee
Sally Ride
Born 1951
Achievements: Science
1988 Inductee
Mary Ann Shadd Cary
Born 1823
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Dorothy Height
Born 1912
Achievements: Education, Humanities
1993 Inductee
Eleanor Roosevelt
Born 1884
Achievements: Humanities
1973 Inductee
Mary Mahoney
Born 1845
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Muriel Siebert
Born 1928
Achievements: Business
1994 Inductee
Mary Church Terrell
Born 1863
Achievements: Government
2020 Inductee

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National Women’s Hall of Fame announces 2024 Inductees

Ten women will comprise the first class of Inductees to be honored at a nationally broadcast Induction Ceremony in New York City The National Women's Hall of Fame, the nation's first and oldest nonprofit dedicated to honoring distinguished American women, is honored...

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An open letter to our Seneca Falls community

To our cherished Seneca Falls community,   News has broken, and by now you know that the National Women’s Hall of Fame plans to hold the 2024 Induction Ceremony in New York City in March. I knew this venue change would be met with mixed feelings in the community....

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