National Women’s Hall of Fame

1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls

Tuesday – Saturday

11am – 4pm

(Closed Sunday and Monday)

Groups welcome!

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What is the Role of PR in the Fight for Women’s Rights?

This Friday, March 14th at 6:30pm, join us at the National Women's Hall of Fame! You'll hear an insightful discussion on the power of public relations in advancing women’s rights. Led by PR expert Arien Rozelle from Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public...

Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Hall!

📅 Saturday, March 8th, 6:30 PM 📍 The Hall – Now Reopening for the 2025 Season! Join us for a special evening featuring Dr. Antonia Novello, the first woman and first Hispanic Surgeon General of the United States (inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in...

Join the Hall for a Special Screening of Lilly – Based on the Life of Lilly Ledbetter

Reserve your tickets today! When a hard-working Alabama factory supervisor discovers that for 20 years she’s been earning only half of what men are paid while performing the same job — only because she is a woman — she begins a long journey to fight for justice....

An Open Door: Celebrating The Life and Influence of 2017 Inductee Dr. Temple Grandin

An Open Door is the forthcoming documentary that reflects on the influential life and work of 2017 inductee, Dr. Temple Grandin as a champion of the humane treatment of livestock, autism rights, and inclusive neurodiversity by employing her gifted insights from her...
[Image description] Nine inductees from our 2024-2025 class including Serena Williams, Patricia Bath, Ruby Bridges, Kimberle Crenshaw, Peggy McIntosh, Judith Plaskow, Loretta Ross, Sandy Stone, and Anna Wessels Williams

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...

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...

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...

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...

National Women’s Hall of Fame Announces Summer 2024 Exhibitions

The National Women’s Hall of Fame announces the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will be on view from July 12 to August 23. View the press release here. The exhibition is part of the Museum Association of...

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:...

As seen on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan

Get Involved!

All donors who make gifts of $48 (or more) become National Women’s Hall of Fame members and are recognized as a part of the 1848 Society! Learn more about the 1848 Society membership program below.

Discover the Women of the Hall

Toni Morrison
Born 1931
Achievements: Arts, Humanities
2020 Inductee
Constance Baker Motley
Born 1921
Achievements: Government
1993 Inductee
Carrie Chapman Catt
Born 1859
Achievements: Humanities
1982 Inductee
Dorothy Harrison Eustis
Born 1886
Achievements: Philanthropy
2011 Inductee
Elizabeth Jane Cochran
Born 1864
Achievements: Arts
1998 Inductee
Elizabeth Blackwell
Born 1821
Achievements: Science
1973 Inductee
Bella Abzug
Born 1920
Achievements: Government
1994 Inductee
Florence Wald
Born 1916
Achievements: Science
1998 Inductee
Muriel Siebert
Born 1928
Achievements: Business
1994 Inductee
Rose O'Neill
Born 1874
Achievements:
2019 Inductee
Emily Dickinson
Born 1830
Achievements: Arts
1973 Inductee
Flossie Wong-Staal
Born 1947
Achievements: Science
2019 Inductee
Patricia Roberts Harris
Born 1924
Achievements: Government
2003 Inductee
Rebecca Halstead
Born 1959
Achievements: Government
2021 Inductee
Abigail Adams
Born 1744
Achievements: Humanities
1976 Inductee
Carlotta Walls LaNier
Born 1942
Achievements: Humanities
2015 Inductee
Mary Church Terrell
Born 1863
Achievements: Government
2020 Inductee
Kate Stoneman
Born 1841
Achievements: Government
2009 Inductee
Blanche Stuart Scott
Born 1889
Achievements: Science
2005 Inductee
Donna E. Shalala
Born 1941
Achievements: Education, Government
2011 Inductee
Charlotte Anne Bunch
Born 1944
Achievements: Education, Humanities
1996 Inductee
Josephine St. Pierre Ruffin
Born 1842
Achievements: Humanities
1995 Inductee
Catherine East
Born 1916
Achievements: Humanities
1994 Inductee
Rebecca Talbot Perkins
Born 1866
Achievements: Humanities
2009 Inductee
Ernestine Louise Potowski Rose
Born 1810
Achievements: Humanities
1996 Inductee

News & Events

What is the Role of PR in the Fight for Women’s Rights?

This Friday, March 14th at 6:30pm, join us at the National Women's Hall of Fame! You'll hear an insightful discussion on the power of public relations in advancing women’s rights. Led by PR expert Arien Rozelle from Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public...

read more

Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Hall!

📅 Saturday, March 8th, 6:30 PM 📍 The Hall – Now Reopening for the 2025 Season! Join us for a special evening featuring Dr. Antonia Novello, the first woman and first Hispanic Surgeon General of the United States (inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in...

read more

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