Exhibitions

Rosalynn Carter was the first lady of the United States from 1977 to 1981.

Explore how women of color draw on a long history of activism and advance environmental justice efforts.

Orchids: Hidden Stories of Groundbreaking Women unearths stories of women who have enriched our understanding and appreciation of orchids.

The National Portrait Gallery commemorates the life of Jessye Norman, one of the twentieth century's greatest sopranos.

Toni Morrison, the first black woman to become a Nobel laureate, wrote about the experiences of African Americans.

This exhibition of daguerreotypes and ambrotypes from the 1840s and 1850s features portraits of early feminist icons.

This intimate exhibition includes portraits of Civil War era women who captivated the public while becoming sought-after subjects for Mathew Brady’s camera.

To commemorate the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment, NPG presents the story of the historic crusade for American women’s rights.

The installation of empty red dresses centers on the issue of missing or murdered indigenous women.

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery recognizes the life of Barbara Bush with a photograph by Diana Walker taken in 1989.

Through the letters and artifacts of four women, visitors can explore unique, personal perspectives on life, duty, and service during the war.

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery recognizes the life and accomplishments of AIDS research pioneer Dr. Mathilde Krim with a photograph by Annie Leibovitz.

Portraits of aviator Amelia Earhart tell the story of her career and pay special attention to her work on behalf of women’s rights.

View a portrait of the founder of Miss Porter's School.

The Collection of Period Costumes exhibition opened in 1914 in the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building.