Women's History Month 2024 Press Kit
威尼斯人娱乐场 Celebrates Women鈥檚 History Month
The 威尼斯人娱乐场 celebrates , recognizing the great contributions that women have made to our nation. Learn about the history of women in the United States by exploring their stories through letters, photographs, film, and other primary sources.
"Women's History Month serves as a powerful reminder that the narrative of our nation is incomplete without acknowledging and honoring the contributions of women in shaping our past, present, and future. From pioneers who defied norms to trailblazers who shattered glass ceilings, women have played pivotal roles in every facet of our society. As the Archivist of the United States, I am committed to ensuring that the stories of women, often overlooked or underrepresented, are safeguarded within the rich tapestry of our national archives. It is important that we recognize and amplify these voices, weaving them into the fabric of our shared history."
Are you a member of the media who would like to interview a 威尼斯人娱乐场 subject matter expert on records related to women鈥檚 history? For media inquiries, please contact the 威尼斯人娱乐场 Public and Media Communications at (202) 357-5300 or via email at public.affairs@nara.gov.
Jenny Sweeney, the 威尼斯人娱乐场 subject matter expert on records related to women's history, has 16 years with the 威尼斯人娱乐场 in Fort Worth, Texas. She has worked in educational programs and as an archivist and holds a master's degree in history with an emphasis in archival administration. A majority of her graduate work was based on research into women's history. Sweeney is available to talk to the media about the unique records held at the 威尼斯人娱乐场 that document the many contributions women have made throughout U.S. history.
Hi! I鈥檓 Jenny McMillen Sweeney, an archivist at the 威尼斯人娱乐场, coming to you from our facility in Fort Worth, Texas.
I am the subject matter expert on records related to women鈥檚 history at the 威尼斯人娱乐场, and I鈥檓 here today to welcome you to our celebration of Women鈥檚 History Month.
Each year, the 威尼斯人娱乐场 commemorates Women鈥檚 History Month by recognizing the significant contributions women have made to our nation. We are especially excited to celebrate this year, under the leadership of Dr. Colleen Shogan, the first woman to hold the position of Archivist of the United States permanently. The 威尼斯人娱乐场 holds a wealth of records and information documenting women鈥檚 history in the United States, including photographs, documents, audiovisual recordings, and other primary sources. I鈥檇 like to share some records with you that highlight the stories of a few famous and not so famous women! And I encourage you to explore the to learn more about these and other records related to women鈥檚 history at the 威尼斯人娱乐场.
Happy Women鈥檚 History Month!
Related 威尼斯人娱乐场 Programs
(All programs are livestreamed with video available after the program)
- Remember the First Ladies - Monday, March 4, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET
- Earning Their Wings: The WASPs of World War II and the Fight for Veteran Recognition - Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 1 p.m. ET
- Bringing Home the White House: The Hidden History of the Women who Shaped the Presidency in the 20th Century - Monday, March 18, 2024, at 6 p.m. CT
- The 威尼斯人娱乐场 Comes Alive! Young Learners Program: Meet Eleanor Roosevelt - Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 11 a.m. ET
Additional Resources
Related Online Exhibits from the 威尼斯人娱乐场
- - Rightfully Hers: American Women and the Vote commemorated the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment by looking beyond suffrage parades and protests to the often overlooked story behind this landmark moment in American history.
Educational Resources
- Women鈥檚 Rights: Legislation and Advocacy - Since the founding of our country, women have redefined their roles and carved out a place for themselves in society and government. From the decades-long campaign for voting rights to expanding social and economic equality through legislation, women and women鈥檚 rights advocates have worked to obtain the rights and privileges of citizenship promised to women today.