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!

Matilda Raffa Cuomo
Born 1931
Achievements: Education, Government, Humanities, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Loretta Ross
Born 1953
Achievements: Education, Humanities
2024 Inductee
Jeanne Holm
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Mary Church Terrell
Born 1863
Achievements: Government
2020 Inductee
Patricia Bath
Born 1942
Achievements: Science
2024 Inductee
Emma Hart Willard
Born 1787
Achievements: Education
2013 Inductee
Helen Hayes
Born 1900
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Mary Cassatt
Born 1844
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Judith L. Pipher
Born 1940
Achievements: Education, Science
2007 Inductee
Lillian Moller Gilbreth
Born 1878
Achievements: Science
1995 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Janet Reno
Born 1938
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Rose O'Neill
Born 1874
Achievements:
2019 Inductee
Mother Marianne Cope
Born 1838
Achievements: Humanities
2005 Inductee
Virginia Apgar
Born 1909
Achievements: Science
1995 Inductee
Emma Smith DeVoe
Born 1848
Achievements: Humanities
2000 Inductee
Bertha Holt
Born 1904
Achievements: Humanities
2002 Inductee
Rosalyn S. Yalow
Born 1921
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Sherry Lansing
Born 1944
Achievements: Arts, Business, Humanities, Philanthropy
2017 Inductee
Winona LaDuke
Born 1959
Achievements: Humanities
2007 Inductee
Ethel Percy Andrus
Born 1884
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Pearl S. Buck
Born 1892
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Jacqueline Cochran
Born 1906
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Mildred Cohn
Born 1913
Achievements: Science
2009 Inductee
Ellen Swallow Richards
Born 1842
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee

Discover the Women of the Hall


 

 

 

Latest Updates


Support the Hall

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.

As seen on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan

News & Events

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...

read more

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...

read more

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...

read more

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...

read more