National Women’s Hall of Fame

1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls

Tuesday – Saturday

11am – 4pm

(Closed Sunday and Monday)

Groups welcome! 

 

The National Women’s Hall of Fame will be OPEN July 5th from 1 – 6 pm and CLOSED July 5th.

Ruth Fulton Benedict
Born 1887
Achievements: Science
2005 Inductee
Jeannette Rankin
Born 1880
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Gertrude Belle Elion
Born 1918
Achievements: Science
1991 Inductee
Alice Paul
Born 1885
Achievements: Humanities
1979 Inductee
Serena Williams
Born 1981
Achievements: Athletics, Business
2024 Inductee
Bessie Smith
Born c.1894
Achievements: Arts
1984 Inductee
Flossie Wong-Staal
Born 1947
Achievements: Science
2019 Inductee
Sherry Lansing
Born 1944
Achievements: Arts, Business, Humanities, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Beatrice A. Hicks
Born 1919
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Born 1933
Achievements: Government
2002 Inductee
Shirley Chisholm
Born 1924
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Coretta Scott King
Born 1927
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Lydia Moss Bradley
Born 1816
Achievements: Business, Philanthropy
1998 Inductee
Louise McManus
Born 1896
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Lucille Ball
Born 1911
Achievements: Arts, Business
2001 Inductee
Indra Nooyi
Born 1955
Achievements: Business
2021 Inductee
Kate Mullany
Born 1845
Achievements: Humanities
2000 Inductee
Ella Baker
Born 1903
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Geraldine Ferraro
Born 1935
Achievements: Government
1994 Inductee
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Born 1815
Achievements: Humanities
1973 Inductee
Shannon W. Lucid
Born 1943
Achievements: Science
1998 Inductee
Mother Marianne Cope
Born 1838
Achievements: Humanities
2005 Inductee
Matilda Joslyn Gage
Born 1826
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Charlotte Anne Bunch
Born 1944
Achievements: Education, Humanities
1996 Inductee

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Latest Updates

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...

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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...

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Help Us Honor the Women Who Shape Our World

Every story we tell, every name we enshrine, every young mind we inspire—it all starts with support from people like you.

Your donation to the National Women’s Hall of Fame helps preserve and share the legacies of American women whose courage, vision, and leadership have transformed our history. From groundbreaking exhibits to educational programs that empower future generations, your gift fuels our mission to honor the past and light the way forward.

Give today. Because every woman’s story deserves to be heard—and remembered.

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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...

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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...

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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:...

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