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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

Elizabeth Blackwell
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Eleanor Roosevelt
Born 1884
Achievements: Humanities
1973 Inductee
Harriet Williams Russell Strong
Born 1844
Achievements: Business
2001 Inductee
Anna Wessels Williams
Born 1863
Achievements: Science
2024 Inductee
Althea Gibson
Born 1927
Achievements: Athletics
2001 Inductee
Oveta Culp Hobby
Born 1905
Achievements: Government
1996 Inductee
Mary Edwards Walker
Born 1832
Achievements: Philanthropy, Science
2000 Inductee
Virginia Apgar
Born 1909
Achievements: Science
1995 Inductee
Indra Nooyi
Born 1955
Achievements: Business
2021 Inductee
Catherine East
Born 1916
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Octavia E. Butler
Born 1947
Achievements: Arts
2021 Inductee
Anne Sullivan
Born 1866
Achievements: Education
2003 Inductee
Lilly Ledbetter
Born 1938
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Gwendolyn Brooks
Born 1917
Achievements: Arts
1988 Inductee
Donna de Varona
Born 1947
Achievements: Athletics
2003 Inductee
Rosa Parks
Born 1913
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Julia Ward Howe
Born 1819
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Jane Cunningham Croly
Born 1829
Achievements: Arts
1994 Inductee
Willa Cather
Born 1873
Achievements: Arts
1988 Inductee
Beatrice A. Hicks
Born 1919
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Elizabeth Jane Cochran
Born 1864
Achievements: Arts
1998 Inductee
Florence Ellinwood Allen
Born 1884
Achievements: Government
2005 Inductee
Abigail Adams
Born 1744
Achievements: Humanities
1976 Inductee
Elaine Roulet
Born 1930
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Beverly Sills
Born 1929
Achievements: Arts
1998 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