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.
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Why Do We Need A National Women’s Hall of Fame?
In 1969, Shirley Hartley was horrified to learn that less than 10% of the honorees in the Hall of Great Americans were women. This revelation ignited a movement to create a National Women's Hall of...
The Hall Launches 48 Hours for Equal Rights Giving Challenge
Seneca Falls, NY – In celebration of the 175th anniversary of the historic Seneca Falls Convention and its lasting impact on women's rights, the National...
National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Adjusted Gallery Hours
The National Women’s Hall of Fame will adjust its gallery hours for the remainder of 2023, allowing for the continuation of its restoration and rehabilitation work at the Seneca Knitting Mill. “The...
Take Part in Convention Days Weekend
Each year, the Town of Seneca Falls comes alive in celebration of the anniversary of the the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention. This year is a special one as our nation commemorates both the 175th...
Join the 175th Anniversary Relay!
2023 marks the 175th anniversary of the first women's rights convention held in Seneca Falls, NY. To celebrate, the National Women's Hall of Fame is partnering with six organizations in in the area...
In Her Words: My Mother’s Story Is My Story
Our staff regularly hears from people who learn about the achievements of one of our Inductees and exclaim, “How did I not know about this person before now?” Of course, we know the answer. Women...
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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
National Women’s Hall of Fame announces new funding to continue work at the Seneca Knitting Mill
NY Senators Schumer and Gillibrand championed efforts to ensure women’s stories have a home in the birthplace of Women’s Rights SENECA FALLS, NY... The National Women’s Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that the FY24 appropriations bill signed into law this week...
National Women’s Hall of Fame announces 2024 Inductees
Ten women will comprise the first class of Inductees to be honored at a nationally broadcast Induction Ceremony in New York City The National Women's Hall of Fame, the nation's first and oldest nonprofit dedicated to honoring distinguished American women, is honored...
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 this venue change would be met with mixed feelings in the community....
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 differ. Here’s why. The National Women’s Hall of Fame recognizes women who...
Why Do We Need A National Women’s Hall of Fame?
In 1969, Shirley Hartley was horrified to learn that less than 10% of the honorees in the Hall of Great Americans were women. This revelation ignited a movement to create a National Women's Hall of Fame that honors women whose contributions span the arts, athletics,...