Women's History
Discover the women, places, and events that shaped history and continue to inspire families around the world. This page highlights influential women, historic locations, and museums where your kids can learn their stories as you travel.
Women Who Changed History
These remarkable women challenged expectations, fought for change, and left a lasting impact on the world.
Amelia Earhart
Aviation pioneer and the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Harriet Tubman
A leading abolitionist who escaped slavery and led dozens of enslaved people to freedom on the Underground Railroad.
Rosa Parks
Her refusal to give up her bus seat sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and helped ignite the civil rights movement.
Florence Nightingale
Founder of modern nursing and a key reformer of medical care.
Maya Angelou
Poet, author, and activist whose writing and storytelling continue to inspire people around the world.
Sojourner Truth
An abolitionist and women’s rights advocate known for her courage and powerful voice against injustice.
Grace Hopper
Computer scientist and U.S. Navy rear admiral whose work helped shape modern programming.
Queen Elizabeth
The longest-reigning British monarch, known for her leadership and dedication to public service.
Susan B. Anthony
Women’s rights pioneer and leading voice in the fight for women’s suffrage in the United States.
Important Events and Places in Women's History
Travel to the places where these stories happened.
Anne Frank House
The home where Anne Frank and her family hid from Nazi persecution during World War II.
Buckingham Palace
The London residence of Queen Elizabeth, the longest-reigning British monarch.
Betsy Ross House
The celebrated location where the first American flag was sewn by Betsy Ross.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad
Explore the life of abolitionist and political activist Harriet Tubman.
Bletchley Park
The location where women codebreakers worked to decipher German communications during World War II.
Juliette Gordon Low House
The childhood home of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts.
Photo Attributions: Many of the photos come from these great photographers
Visit These Museums to Learn More About Women's History
Perfect destinations for family travel and hands-on learning.
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Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum
Atchison, Kansas -
Florence Nightingale Museum
London, England -
Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center
Cambridge, Maryland -
International Women's Air & Space Museum
Cleveland, Ohio -
National Museum of Women in the Arts
Washington, D.C. -
National Women's Hall of Fame
Seneca Falls, New York
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National Women's History Museum
Alexander, Virginia -
Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
Rochester, New York -
The Colored Girls Museum
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -
US Army Womens Museum
Fort Lee, Virginia -
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Knoxville, Tennessee -
Women's Civil War Museum
Bardstown, Kentucky