Shape the Future of Women’s History—Executive Director Opportunity
The National Women’s Hall of Fame (Hall) is seeking its next Executive Director. The Hall stands at a critical juncture as it prepares to expand its national footprint, enhance its exhibitions and programming, and strengthen its philanthropic partnerships. What is the Hall looking for in a leader? Someone brimming with energy, fresh ideas, and a creative spirit. A willingness to adapt and grow, to leverage current structures and models for growth while thinking outside the box. The new leader...
Lace Up for a Cause: Join the 2025 Right to Run 5k/19k!
Exciting news: The 2025 Right to Run 5k/19k is happening May 10th in Seneca Falls, and you can also participate virtually through May 31st – from anywhere in the U.S.! 👉 Sign up for the race today This year, we’re thrilled to announce that the race will start and finish at the National Women’s Hall of Fame – the very place where trailblazing women are honored and celebrated. All participants will also enjoy discounted admission to the Hall on race day just by showing their race bib. Why...
Celebrate 1995 Inductee, Amelia Bloomer
The Hall is excited to invite visitors to meet author Sara Catterall this Friday 3/28! Her book about 1995 Hall Inductee Amelia Bloomer is "a fascinating look at an underappreciated woman in American history whose newspaper fostered a national conversation on women’s issues." Friday, March 28th: 📍 10:00am - 1:00pm: Meet Sara at the Women's Rights National Historical Park at 136 Fall St. 📍 1:00pm - 4:00pm: Book Signing and Meet & Greet at the National Women's Hall of Fame, 1 Canal St. 📍...
What is the Role of PR in the Fight for Women’s Rights?
This Friday, March 14th at 6:30pm, join us at the National Women's Hall of Fame! You'll hear an insightful discussion on the power of public relations in advancing women’s rights. Led by PR expert Arien Rozelle from Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications, this event will explore how strategic communication, advocacy, and media influence shape social change. Expect an engaging session filled with real-world examples, strategic insights, and inspiration to use communication...
Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Hall!
📅 Saturday, March 8th, 6:30 PM 📍 The Hall – Now Reopening for the 2025 Season! Join us for a special evening featuring Dr. Antonia Novello, the first woman and first Hispanic Surgeon General of the United States (inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 1994), and Jill Tietjen, former CEO of the National Women’s Hall of Fame and bestselling author. Event Highlights: ✨ Live Presentation & Book Signing 📖 Dr. Antonia Novello – Author of Duty Calls: Lessons Learned From an Unexpected...
Join the Hall for a Special Screening of Lilly – Based on the Life of Lilly Ledbetter
Reserve your tickets today! When a hard-working Alabama factory supervisor discovers that for 20 years she’s been earning only half of what men are paid while performing the same job — only because she is a woman — she begins a long journey to fight for justice. Starring Patricia Clarkson, John Benjamin Hickey and Thomas Sadoski, LILLY is based on the remarkable and inspiring life of fair pay activist Lilly Ledbetter, who fought for fair pay from corporations to the courts, then on to the...
An Open Door: Celebrating The Life and Influence of 2017 Inductee Dr. Temple Grandin
An Open Door is the forthcoming documentary that reflects on the influential life and work of 2017 inductee, Dr. Temple Grandin as a champion of the humane treatment of livestock, autism rights, and inclusive neurodiversity by employing her gifted insights from her personal experience with autism and visual thinking. The film speaks with Dr. Grandin, her colleagues, industry professionals and those she has influenced to celebrate her groundbreaking life, lessons learned and lasting legacy. An...
Celebrating 2024 with Gratitude to All Who Support the Hall!
The National Women’s Hall of Fame is proud to reflect on 2024—a year of celebrating and preserving the achievements of women who’ve shaped history. From impactful exhibits to inspiring events, we’ve taken bold steps to amplify women’s voices and legacies. Highlights include: 👉 Hosting the 2024 Induction Ceremony, honoring groundbreaking women (the full recording is below!) 👉 Exhibits like “Art and Craftivism” (with the Finger Lakes Art Council) and Smithsonian’s “Voices and Votes” 👉 Community...
Passing of 2011 Inductee Dr. Loretta C. Ford
The National Women's Hall of Fame is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 2011 Inductee Dr. Loretta C. Ford. As an internationally renowned nursing leader, Dr. Ford is best known for co-founding the nurse practitioner model through her studies on the nurse’s expanded scope of practice in public health nursing. Her visionary work bridged the gap between nursing and medicine, creating a new pathway for compassionate, patient-centered care. She devoted her career to practice, education,...
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 celebrate Vice President Kamala Harris’s history-making presidential run, the latest in a career of public service dotted by firsts, and thank her for being an inspiration to millions of Americans today and for generations to come....