Remarkable Legacies of American Women

From the lives of young, immigrant women who worked the textile mills at Lowell National Historic Park to those of the female shipyard workers who were essential to the home front during World War II at Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historic Park, women’s history can be found at every park.

If you want to understand our nation’s history, explore the remarkable legacies of American women.

The Women’s History website is produced in concert with NPS partners including the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers.

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These women and countless others—seen and unseen—shaped our nation. Explore their stories and celebrate women's history in national parks. Some rights reserved.

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Women's History in the Pacific West

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Last updated: March 1, 2023

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