National Women’s Hall of Fame
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Latest Updates
National Women’s Hall of Fame to hold 2023 Induction Ceremony on September 30th
The National Women’s Hall of Fame will host its 31st Induction Ceremony on Saturday, September 30th at 2 pm at the historic Smith Opera House in Geneva, NY. The Hall will announce this year's...
In Her Words: A Letter From the ED- Celebrating International Women’s Day
Dear Friends, Today is International Women’s Day 2023, a dedicated moment within Women’s History Month that allows us to reflect on women’s equality across the globe. The National Women’s Hall of...
Letter From the ED: Introducing the Hall’s 2023 Theme: Progress[?]
What does the word “progress” mean to you? In 2005, I ended a 7-year relationship. My therapist urged me to heal by setting a goal, so I signed up for a triathlon. Finding my way to the finish line...
The National Women’s Hall of Fame Welcomes First Inductee President
The National Women’s Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that 2015 Inductee Jean Kilbourne has been elected president of its Board of Directors. Jean is the first Inductee to serve as president in...
Letter from the ED: Taking Time to Absorb Hope
Margaret Sánchez turned off her TV for two days following the National Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. She wanted time to “absorb the hope.” I can’t imagine a higher compliment for the...
National Women’s Hall of Fame to break ground for next stage of work at the historic Seneca Knitting Mill
Seneca Falls, NY–On Wednesday, October 19 at 11 am, the National Women’s Hall of Fame will break ground for the next stage of work at its home at the 1844 Seneca Knitting Mill, 1 Canal Street,...
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News & Events
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 anniversary of the convention as well as the 100th anniversary of the...
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 to host a 175 mile relay connecting important historical locations!...
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 have been left out of the history books. Their contributions were not...
National Women’s Hall of Fame Selected as a Project Participant and Host Site for “Voices and Votes –A New Agora for New York”
Seneca Falls, NY – The National Women’s Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a project participant and host site for Voices and Votes –A New Agora for New York, a new initiative from the Museum Association of New York (MANY) to help museums...
In Her Words: As we celebrate eight changemakers, don’t give up on those still left behind!
Last month, the National Women’s Hall of Fame announced its 2023 Inductees. On September 30, our nation will celebrate Patricia Bath, Elouise Cobell, Kimberlé Crenshaw, Peggy McIntosh, Judith Plaskow, Loretta Ross, Allucquére Rosanne “Sandy” Stone, and Anna Wessels...