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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...

Join the 175th Anniversary Relay!

2023 marks the 175th anniversary of the first women's rights convention held in Seneca Falls, NY. To celebrate, the National Women's Hall of Fame is partnering with six organizations in in the area to host a 175 mile relay connecting important historical locations!...

Discover the Women of the Hall

Diane von Furstenberg
Born 1946
Achievements: Arts, Business
2019 Inductee
Bessie Smith
Born c.1894
Achievements: Arts
1984 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Jacqueline Cochran
Born 1906
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Dorothy Height
Born 1912
Achievements: Education, Humanities
1993 Inductee
Myra Bradwell
Born 1831
Achievements: Government
1994 Inductee
Oveta Culp Hobby
Born 1905
Achievements: Government
1996 Inductee
Edith Nourse Rogers
Born 1881
Achievements: Government
1998 Inductee
Ethel Percy Andrus
Born 1884
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Angela Davis
Born 1944
Achievements: Education, Government
2019 Inductee
Patricia A. Locke
Born 1928
Achievements: Education
2005 Inductee
Ernestine Louise Potowski Rose
Born 1810
Achievements: Humanities
1996 Inductee
Victoria Woodhull
Born 1838
Achievements: Humanities
2001 Inductee
Martha Matilda Harper
Born 1857
Achievements: Business
2003 Inductee
Ruth Patrick
Born 1907
Achievements: Science
2009 Inductee
Kate Mullany
Born 1845
Achievements: Humanities
2000 Inductee
Barbara McClintock
Born 1902
Achievements: Science
1986 Inductee
Ann Bancroft
Born 1955
Achievements: Education, Science
1995 Inductee
Frances Perkins
Born 1880
Achievements: Government
1982 Inductee
Susette La Flesche
Born 1854
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Margaret Bourke-White
Born 1904
Achievements: Arts
1990 Inductee
Geraldine Ferraro
Born 1935
Achievements: Government
1994 Inductee
Sarah Winnemucca
Born c.1844
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Faye Wattleton
Born 1943
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Elouise Cobell
Born 1945
Achievements: Business
2024 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...

read more

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....

read more

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...

read more