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.

Patricia Roberts Harris
Born 1924
Achievements: Government
2003 Inductee
Faye Glenn Abdellah
Born 1919
Achievements: Science
2000 Inductee
Carrie Chapman Catt
Born 1859
Achievements: Humanities
1982 Inductee
Angelina Grimké Weld
Born 1805
Achievements: Humanities
1998 Inductee
Margaret Fuller
Born 1810
Achievements: Arts
1995 Inductee
Emma Lazarus
Born 1849
Achievements: Arts
2009 Inductee
Susan Solomon
Born 1956
Achievements: Science
2009 Inductee
Barbara McClintock
Born 1902
Achievements: Science
1986 Inductee
Fanny Wright
Born 1795
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Marian Wright Edelman
Born 1939
Achievements: Humanities
1993 Inductee
Sarah Deer
Born 1972
Achievements: Education, Government
2019 Inductee
Grace Hopper
Born 1906
Achievements: Science
1994 Inductee
Emily Howell Warner
Born 1939
Achievements: Science
2001 Inductee
Rachel Carson
Born 1907
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Anna Wessels Williams
Born 1863
Achievements: Science
2024 Inductee
Hannah Greenebaum Solomon
Born 1858
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Dorothea Lange
Born 1895
Achievements: Arts
2003 Inductee
Mercy Otis Warren
Born 1728
Achievements: Arts
2002 Inductee
Janet Reno
Born 1938
Achievements: Government
2000 Inductee
Alice Evans
Born 1881
Achievements: Science
1993 Inductee
Ina May Gaskin
Born 1940
Achievements: Science
2013 Inductee
Althea Gibson
Born 1927
Achievements: Athletics
2001 Inductee
Swanee Hunt
Born 1950
Achievements: Philanthropy
2007 Inductee
Dorothy Harrison Eustis
Born 1886
Achievements: Philanthropy
2011 Inductee
Frances E. Willard
Born 1839
Achievements: Humanities
2000 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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