Exhibit: Women & the Military: What is Service?

A new exhibit to honor the women who have served the U.S. Military, both officially and unofficially

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, Fort Stanwix National Monument is proud to present a new exhibit entitled "Women & the Military: What is Service?"

This exhibit explores the history of women's interactions in the U.S. Armed Forces with stories good, bad, and unknown from all time periods in U.S. history. You'll be able to browse through stories of official, unofficial, medical, and secret service to our nation and learn more about the thousands of women who have given so much to preserve our freedoms. 

Explore and share your thoughts!

 

Details

Duration

5-20 Minutes

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Reservations

No

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Accessibility Information

Visitor Center

• Marinus Willett Collections Management and Education Center Accessible parking is available next to the Willett Center on North James Street. All entryways and restrooms in this building are accessible.
• All introductory videos are open captioned and FM assistive listening devices are available upon request.
• Service animals are permitted. 
• A Braille introductory pamphlet available by request at the Willett Center, or for download in a Braille Ready Format.
  Fort Stanwix Braille Brochure .BRF File
• A text accessible brochure can be downloaded here.
  Text Accessible Fort Stanwix Introduction Brochure
• Audio descriptive brouchure files can be found here.
  Audio Accessible Fort Stanwix Brochure Files