National Women’s Hall of Fame

1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls

Tuesday – Saturday

11am – 4pm

(Closed Sunday and Monday)

 

Note: The Hall will be closed for an event on 9/27/25

 

Groups welcome!

Constance Baker Motley
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Patsy Takemoto Mink
Born 1927
Achievements: Government
2003 Inductee
Loretta Ross
Born 1953
Achievements: Education, Humanities
2024 Inductee
Clara Barton
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Shirley Chisholm
Born 1924
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Catherine Filene Shouse
Born 1896
Achievements: Arts, Philanthropy
2007 Inductee
Emily Blackwell
Born 1826
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Lilly Ledbetter
Born 1938
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Anne Hutchinson
Born 1591
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Carlotta Walls LaNier
Born 1942
Achievements: Humanities
2015 Inductee
Harriet Williams Russell Strong
Born 1844
Achievements: Business
2001 Inductee
Marian Wright Edelman
Born 1939
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Eleanor Rosalynn Smith Carter
Born 1926
Achievements: Humanities
2001 Inductee
Ellen Swallow Richards
Born 1842
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Hannah Greenebaum Solomon
Born 1858
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Betty Friedan
Born 1921
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Anne Dallas Dudley
Born 1876
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Julie Krone
Born 1963
Achievements: Athletics
2013 Inductee
Beatrice A. Hicks
Born 1919
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Shannon W. Lucid
Born 1943
Achievements: Science
1998 Inductee
Virginia Apgar
Born 1909
Achievements: Science
1995 Inductee
Felice N. Schwartz
Born 1925
Achievements: Business
1998 Inductee
Margaret Chase Smith
Born 1897
Achievements: Government
1973 Inductee
Elizabeth Blackwell
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee

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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...

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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...

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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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