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Smithsonian American Women's History Museum

Welcome! We're here to advance understanding of women's contributions throughout American history.

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Five Ways Black Women Shaped Food History

Born in 1923 in Madisonville, Louisiana, chef Leah Chase was dubbed the Queen of Creole Cuisine.

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Painting of Leah Chase cutting a yellow squash in a restaurant kitchen
Applications Now Open for Paid Summer Internships

Undergraduate college students and recent college graduates are eligible to apply for this opportunity to share women's history at the Smithsonian. 

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Diverse group of young women.
Music HerStory: Women and Music of Social Change

Women’s leadership in music and social change is central to the American story. Music HerStory explores these contributions through unique media collections across the Smithsonian.

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings at a microphone stand, wearing a guitar and flinging her arm in the air.
Women's History Store

Support the Smithsonian when you purchase books, puzzles, mugs, and more for your loved ones—or yourself!

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Read about the Smithsonian's latest scholarship on women's history, get inspired with stories from our collections, and see other updates.

Featured Events

Join us for online and in-person events that tell women's stories and honor their achievements in art, history, science, business, and culture. 

Collections

The Smithsonian’s collections include iconic objects that tell the stories of American women, their struggles, and their accomplishments.

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