Collections

The Smithsonian’s collections include iconic objects that tell the stories of American women, their struggles, and their accomplishments. Explore collection highlights and stories related to women and girls, or search our digital records.

Judith Jamison
Judith Jamison: Dancer and Choreographer
Smithsonian Collections

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Mary Vaux Walcott
Mary Vaux Walcott and the Smithsonian Process
Smithsonian Collections

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Joke from Phyllis Diller's gag file.
Phyllis Diller: Life and Laughs
Smithsonian Collections

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Track sheet saying Ladies First.
Track Sheet for "Ladies First" by Queen Latifah
National Museum of African American History and Culture

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A silver gelatin print depicting a black-and-white image of entertainer Gladys Bentley. She is wearing a white tuxedo, top hat, and she is holding a cane under her proper right arm.
Gladys Bentley: Blues Singer
Smithsonian Collections

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Tantaquidgeon and Nanticoke leaders stand on the steps of the Delaware State Capitol.
Collection Item
Gladys Tantaquidgeon
Purple and white stamp featuring a portrait of Elizabeth Blackwell. It includes text "Elizabeth Blackwell, First Woman Physician."
Elizabeth Blackwell Postage Stamp
National Postal Museum

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record cover featuring band members
International Sweethearts of Rhythm
Smithsonian Collections

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Black and white illustration of Emma Gonzales against a red background
"I Stand with Emma" Digital Image
Smithsonian American Art Museum

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