Hennepin County Library

Women's History

Women to know

Hold your mouse over each photo, then click to learn more. This is just a sampling of women who have made important contributions. Ask a librarian for help in finding more information.

Information on the Web

Biographies Real life stories of women from all over the world.
Biography in Context Information on more than one million people.
History Channel Celebration of women's contributions to history, culture and society.
Infoplease Women's History Month Famous mothers and daughters, goddesses, women with unusual jobs, and more fun and quirky lists.
Time for Kids Discover women's history milestones.
U.S. History in Context Primary documents and magazine articles from all eras.
U.S. Women's History Month Resources from government sites including the Library of Congress and the Smithsonian.
Women Who Changed History Meet amazing women of history and those who are changing the world today.
Women's History Interactive timeline, inspiring quotes, and notable women athletes, entertainers, and adventurers.

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