National Women’s Hall of Fame

1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls

Tuesday – Saturday

11am – 4pm

(Closed Sundays and Mondays)

Groups welcome!

 

Special exhibitions, including the Smithsonian’s Voices & Votes, Democracy in America, will run from July 12 until August 23.
Click here for more information about the exhibitions and special programs.

As seen on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan

A Statement From the Hall

For over fifty years, the National Women's Hall of Fame has shone a spotlight on women who have shaped our society. This election cycle has been a testament to the power of women, both as voters and as political candidates, to impact the future of our country. We...

National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Interim Director

We are thrilled to announce that Karen A. Macier has joined the National Women’s Hall of Fame as our Interim Director. Karen has dedicated her career to helping non-profits become more effective, sustainable, and mission-driven. She brings extensive experience from...

National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Summer 2024 Exhibitions

The National Women’s Hall of Fame announces the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will be on view from July 12 to August 23. View the press release here. The exhibition is part of the Museum Association of...

Join the Hall in celebration of our newly renovated space

The National Women's Hall of Fame invites you to the grand opening ceremony for the second floor of our museum in Seneca Falls! A ribbon cutting and celebration will take place on July 12 from 4-6 PM. Guests will have the opportunity to explore two special exhibits:...

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,...

Get Involved!

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.

Discover the Women of the Hall

Faye Wattleton
Born 1943
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Jeanne Holm
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Maggie Kuhn
Born 1905
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Mildred Cohn
Born 1913
Achievements: Science
2009 Inductee
Betty Ford
Born 1918
Achievements: Humanities
2013 Inductee
Felice N. Schwartz
Born 1925
Achievements: Business
1998 Inductee
Betty Friedan
Born 1921
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Linda Richards
Born 1841
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Katherine Johnson
Born 1918
Achievements: Science
2021 Inductee
Tenley Albright
Born 1935
Achievements: Athletics, Science
2015 Inductee
Beverly Sills
Born 1929
Achievements: Arts
1998 Inductee
Lilly Ledbetter
Born 1938
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Abigail Adams
Born 1744
Achievements: Humanities
1976 Inductee
Madeleine Korbel Albright
Born 1937
Achievements: Government
1998 Inductee
Gertrude "Trudy" Ederle
Born 1905
Achievements: Athletics
2003 Inductee
Gloria Steinem
Born 1934
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Marian Wright Edelman
Born 1939
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Barbara Rose Johns Powell
Born 1935
Achievements: Education, Government
2020 Inductee
Crystal Eastman
Born 1881
Achievements: Humanities
2000 Inductee
Martha Wright Griffiths
Born 1912
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Martha Matilda Harper
Born 1857
Achievements: Business
2003 Inductee
Mother Mary Joseph Rogers, MM
Born 1882
Achievements: Humanities
2013 Inductee
Lydia Maria Child
Born 1802
Achievements: Humanities
2001 Inductee
Wilma L. Vaught
Born 1930
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Virginia Apgar
Born 1909
Achievements: Science
1995 Inductee

News & Events

A Statement From the Hall

For over fifty years, the National Women's Hall of Fame has shone a spotlight on women who have shaped our society. This election cycle has been a testament to the power of women, both as voters and as political candidates, to impact the future of our country. We...

read more

National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Interim Director

We are thrilled to announce that Karen A. Macier has joined the National Women’s Hall of Fame as our Interim Director. Karen has dedicated her career to helping non-profits become more effective, sustainable, and mission-driven. She brings extensive experience from...

read more

Join the Hall in celebration of our newly renovated space

The National Women's Hall of Fame invites you to the grand opening ceremony for the second floor of our museum in Seneca Falls! A ribbon cutting and celebration will take place on July 12 from 4-6 PM. Guests will have the opportunity to explore two special exhibits:...

read more