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

Billie Jean King
Born 1943
Achievements: Athletics
1990 Inductee
Mary Harriman Rumsey
Born 1881
Achievements: Humanities
2015 Inductee
Margaret Sanger
Born 1879
Achievements: Humanities
1981 Inductee
Lucy Stone
Born 1818
Achievements: Humanities
1986 Inductee
Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Born 1921
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Dorothea Dix
Born 1802
Achievements: Humanities
1979 Inductee
Marian Wright Edelman
Born 1939
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Annie Jump Cannon
Born 1863
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Rachel Carson
Born 1907
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Ruth Colvin
Born 1916
Achievements: Education
1993 Inductee
Louisa May Alcott
Born 1832
Achievements: Arts
1996 Inductee
Mary Mahoney
Born 1845
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Anna Wessels Williams
Born 1863
Achievements: Science
2024 Inductee
Barbara McClintock
Born 1902
Achievements: Science
1986 Inductee
Gloria Steinem
Born 1934
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Mary Ann Shadd Cary
Born 1823
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Indra Nooyi
Born 1955
Achievements: Business
2021 Inductee
Aimée Mullins
Born 1976
Achievements: Arts, Athletics, Humanities, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Maya Y. Lin
Born 1959
Achievements: Arts
2005 Inductee
Katharine Graham
Born 1917
Achievements: Arts, Business
2002 Inductee
Gertrude Belle Elion
Born 1918
Achievements: Science
1991 Inductee
Mary Edwards Walker
Born 1832
Achievements: Philanthropy, Science
2000 Inductee
Wilhelmina Cole Holladay
Born 1922
Achievements: Arts, Business, Philanthropy
1996 Inductee
Jeanne Holm
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Beatrice A. Hicks
Born 1919
Achievements: Science
2001 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