Lucy Branham (1892-1966), American suffragist, in prison uniform speaking at a meeting during the National Woman's Party 'Prison Special' tour in 1919. Branham had been imprisoned in the Occoquan Workhouse in 1917 for picketing outside the White House. Imprisoned suffragists toured the country by train in 1919 raising awareness and support for women's suffrage.
The monument will commemorate the suffragists who secured women’s right to vote, catalyzed a movement for change, and transformed American democracy.
“We are honored to have every living First Lady and a long list of distinguished trailblazers standing alongside us in this historic work. Together, we will make history.”
Anna Laymon
President and CEO of the Women’s Suffrage National Monument Foundation
Timeline to Build the Monument
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Dream Big
Completed
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Secure Congressional Support
Completed
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We need your support
Raise the Funds
In progress
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Finalize the Location
In progress
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Design the Monument
Coming Soon
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Bring the Design to Life
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Unveil the Monument
Be Part of Something Extraordinary
Together, we will ensure that future generations of women and girls forever see themselves reflected in American history.