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.

Mary Edwards Walker
Born 1832
Achievements: Philanthropy, Science
2000 Inductee
Patricia Schroeder
Born 1940
Achievements: Government
1995 Inductee
Beverly Sills
Born 1929
Achievements: Arts
1998 Inductee
Sarah Deer
Born 1972
Achievements: Education, Government
2019 Inductee
Clara Barton
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Elizabeth Blackwell
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Helen Keller
Born 1880
Achievements: Education
1973 Inductee
Katherine Siva Saubel
Born 1920
Achievements: Arts, Education, Humanities
1993 Inductee
Alice Paul
Born 1885
Achievements: Humanities
1979 Inductee
Grace Hopper
Born 1906
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Coretta Scott King
Born 1927
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Belva Lockwood
Born 1830
Achievements: Government
1983 Inductee
Sheila E. Widnall
Born 1938
Achievements: Education, Government, Science
2003 Inductee
Flossie Wong-Staal
Born 1947
Achievements: Science
2019 Inductee
Emma Smith DeVoe
Born 1848
Achievements: Humanities
2000 Inductee
Elaine Roulet
Born 1930
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Bella Abzug
Born 1920
Achievements: Government
1994 Inductee
Barbara McClintock
Born 1902
Achievements: Science
1986 Inductee
Zora Neale Hurston
Born 1891
Achievements: Arts
1994 Inductee
Dorothy Harrison Eustis
Born 1886
Achievements: Philanthropy
2011 Inductee
Joan Ganz Cooney
Born 1929
Achievements: Arts, Business, Education
1998 Inductee
Ella Baker
Born 1903
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Linda Richards
Born 1841
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Kate Millett
Born 1934
Achievements: Arts, Education, Humanities
2013 Inductee
Rachel Carson
Born 1907
Achievements: Science
1973 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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