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!

Bessie Coleman
Born 1892
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Elizabeth Hanford Dole
Born 1936
Achievements: Government, Humanities
1995 Inductee
Jeanne Holm
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Esther Peterson
Born 1906
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Susette La Flesche
Born 1854
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Pearl S. Buck
Born 1892
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Martha Matilda Harper
Born 1857
Achievements: Business
2003 Inductee
Stephanie L. Kwolek
Stephanie L. Kwolek
Born 1923
Achievements: Science
2003 Inductee
Lilly Ledbetter
Born 1938
Achievements: Humanities
2011 Inductee
Sheila E. Widnall
Born 1938
Achievements: Education, Government, Science
2003 Inductee
Ida B. Wells-Barnett
Born 1862
Achievements: Arts, Humanities
1988 Inductee
Louise Slaughter
Born 1929
Achievements: Education, Government
2019 Inductee
Sylvia A. Earle
Born 1935
Achievements: Science
2000 Inductee
Dorothy H. Andersen
Born 1901
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Allucquére Rosanne Stone
Born 1936
Achievements: Arts, Education, Humanities
2024 Inductee
Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Born 1921
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Eudora Welty
Born 1909
Achievements: Arts
2000 Inductee
Elizabeth Jane Cochran
Born 1864
Achievements: Arts
1998 Inductee
Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Born 1860
Achievements: Arts
1994 Inductee
Victoria Jackson
Born 1955
Achievements: Business, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Barbara Hillary
Born 1931
Achievements: Athletics
2020 Inductee
Joy Harjo
Born 1951
Achievements: Arts
2021 Inductee
Jane Cunningham Croly
Born 1829
Achievements: Arts
1994 Inductee
Julia Ward Howe
Born 1819
Achievements: Humanities
1998 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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