NPS Spotlighting StantonJoin Women’s Rights National Historical Park for “Spotlighting Stanton,” a themed weekend celebrating the life and legacy of Elizabeth Cady Stanton on her 211th birthday!From Thursday, November 12 (the anniversary of Stanton’s birth in 1815) through Saturday, November 14, visitors can tour Stanton’s historic home in Seneca Falls. Enjoy pop-up ranger programs; family crafts and coloring featuring the sunflower (Stanton’s pen name); and an exhibit featuring Stanton’s music book. On Saturday, hear from Mrs. Stanton herself (portrayed by Dr. Melinda Grube) as she describes life at the “Center of the Rebellion” and her role in organizing the first Women’s Rights Convention. All programming will be hosted at Women’s Rights NHP and is free and open to the public. Schedule of EventsWomen's Rights National Historical Park will be open at the following times on Thursday, November 12, Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14.
Make-and-Take Crafts Visitor Center (Community Engagement Space) -
"Stanton Songbook" Special Exhibit Visitor Center (Second Floor Exhibits) - Please visit this special exhibit, to see the songbook that Stanton used while living here in Seneca Falls! America's National Park Store Visitor Center Bookstore - Visit America’s National Park Bookstore, within the park’s Visitor Center, to catch the special "Spotlighting Stanton" table display and exclusive merchandise. Passport Stamp to the Elizabeth Cady Stanton House Visitor Center and Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Stop by either site to complete your stamp collection!
10:00 am - 10:30 am: Ranger Program - "The Center of the Rebellion: The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House" Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Elizabeth Cady Stanton called her home on Washington Street in Seneca Falls, "The Center of the Rebellion." Join a ranger to learn more about Stanton's life in Seneca Falls and how it inspired her to take up the fight for equal rights for women.
Wesleyan Chapel - How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Henry, and their growing family lived on a two-acre plot (although the family described it as a five-acre plot) on the eastern outskirts of Seneca Falls, just south of the Seneca River and the canal that ran along it. What was life for the Stantons like at their house and in their neighborhood, and how did they use the land at hand? Join Ranger Steve to discover how the family’s rural house influenced their daily lives and provided the backdrop for one of the most influential women’s rights activists.
Wesleyan Chapel - How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. 10:00 am - 10:30 am: Ranger Program - "The Center of the Rebellion: The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House" Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Elizabeth Cady Stanton called her home on Washington Street in Seneca Falls, "The Center of the Rebellion." Join a ranger to learn more about Stanton's life in Seneca Falls and how it inspired her to take up the fight for equal rights for women.
Wesleyan Chapel - How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Henry, and their growing family lived on a two-acre plot (although the family described it as a five-acre plot) on the eastern outskirts of Seneca Falls, just south of the Seneca River and the canal that ran along it. What was life for the Stantons like at their house and in their neighborhood, and how did they use the land at hand? Join Ranger Steve to discover how the family’s rural house influenced their daily lives and provided the backdrop for one of the most influential women’s rights activists.
Wesleyan Chapel - How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. 10:00pm - 12:00pm: Ranger Table Talk - “Stanton’s Rural House” Elizabeth Cady Stanton House - Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Henry, and their growing family lived on a two-acre plot (although the family described it as a five-acre plot) on the eastern outskirts of Seneca Falls, just south of the Seneca River and the canal that ran along it. What was life for the Stantons like at their house and in their neighborhood, and how did they use the land at hand? Join Ranger Steve to discover how the family’s rural house influenced their daily lives and provided the backdrop for one of the most influential women’s rights activists.
Wesleyan Chapel - Join Elizabeth Cady Stanton (portrayed by Dr. Melinda Grube) as she recounts her experience pushing for equality at the first Women’s Rights Convention in 1848. Learn about the pivotal role she played in organizing the convention and drafting the Declaration of Sentiments, which boldly asserted that "all men and women are created equal."
Elizabeth Cady Stanton House (Parlor) - Visit the home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and hear from Mrs. Stanton herself (portrayed by Dr. Melinda Grube), as she describes life at “Grassmere” and the “Center of the Rebellion.”
Wesleyan Chapel - How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. |
Last updated: November 3, 2026