Digital History
Digital History: The Progressive Era
A good overview of the many social and economic changes that occurred in the United States in the early 20th century. There are hyperlinks to information about the many social reforms, the sad state of race relations at the time, and the...
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Www Virtual Library: Amdocs: The Seneca Falls Declaration (1848)
The full text of the 1848 Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments, by women's rights activist Elizabeth Cady Stanton.
Library of Congress
Loc: Seneca Falls and Building a Movement, 1776 1890
The story of the Seneca Falls convention is told through words, pictures, and primary sources.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Susan B. Anthony
Use this resource to learn about an advocate of women's rights and slave's freedom, Susan B. Anthony, whose efforts gave all U.S. citizens regardless of race and sex the right to vote. This website includes related links and resources...
Smithsonian Institution
National Postal Museum: 1990 Black Heritage Series: Ida B. Wells Issue
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1990 to commemorate Ida B. Wells, one of the founders of the NAACP. With a short passage on her life and contributions to ending discrimination against women and African-Americans.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Explore the biography of Elizabeth Cady Stanton a leader of the women's suffrage movement she wrote the Declaration of Sentiments and fought for women's rights on this site.
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International Museum of Women: Women, Power, and Politics: Victoria Woodhull
Ten things you should know about Victoria Woodhull who, in 1872, was the first woman to run for the presidency of the United States.
US House of Representatives
History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representatives: Onto the National Stage
Women gained the right to vote and began to become active members of Congress as the United States faced many challenges. Early congresswomen served during the Great Depression, WWII, and the start of the Cold War. They had a voice in...
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Humanists of Utah: Lucy Stone (1818 1893)
This site provides a brief biography of Lucy Stone, famous for her leadership in the suffrage and abolitionist movements.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Beginnings of the Movement: The Second Great Awakening
What did the Second Great Awakening have to do with women's rights and social reform? How was it a stepping stone for the women's suffrage movement? Find out how this movement, which emphasized individual worth, empowered women...
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: Women Suffrage Before the Amendment, August 1, 1920
A map of the United States showing the progression of suffrage prior to the Nineteenth Amendment of the Constitution, ratified on August 18, 1920. "The map shows the status of women suffrage, or the right of women to vote on an equality...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: The Nineteenth Amendment
The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Nineteenth Amendment is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.
University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go: Susan B. Anthony
Text of an article by Susan B. Anthony which was originally printed in "The Revolution," in 1868. The article is titled, "Is it a Crime for a Citizen of the United States to Vote?" The text can be read online or downloaded in either PDF...
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Woman's Christian Temperance Union
The fascinating history of the WCTU and the many causes it advocated.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: William Jennings Bryan
Here is a short biography on William Jennings Bryan, American politician of the Populist Party. Additional information can be found through the articles at the bottom of the page regarding Bryan's causes, his principles, and the Free...
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Uua: Louisa May Alcott
Detailed biography of Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888 CE) from the Dictionary of Unitarian & Universalist Biography. Contains a couple of pictures as well.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History Period 6: 1865 1898: Reform in the Gilded Age
The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 6: 1865-1898 in American History. Reform in the Gilded Age is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.
Library of Congress
Loc: Elizabeth Cady Stanton Papers
The papers of suffragist, reformer, and feminist theorist Elizabeth Cady Stanton cover the years 1814 to 1946, with most of the material concentrated between 1840 and 1902. Consisting of approximately 1,000 items, the collection contains...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Collection: Unladylike2020
These digital resources present the rich history of 26 little-known Progressive Era women, diverse in profession, race, ethnicity, geographical and class backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender expression, who broke barriers in...
Digital History
Digital History: The New Woman
Although women rejoiced in gaining the right to vote in 1920, the women's movement stalled during this time. Read about the problems within the movement and opposition from outside the movement.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Religious Revival
The Second Great Awakening was transformative in ways beyond religion. Read about the new ideas about religion and see how they emphasized individual dignity and worth. This then reflected on the early ideas of women's suffrage, and the...
White Pine Pictures
White Pine Pictures: The Reluctant Politician: The Story of Irene Parlby
Irene Parlby, one of the Famous Five, came to politics reluctantly but determined to fight for the betterment of the lives of women and children on Alberta's farms. She fought to get them proper education, medical and dental care and...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History: 1890 1945: The Age of Empire: The Progressive Era
The Progressive Era from the 1890s to the 1920s evolved as a response to the negative effects of industrialization. Reforms that emerged provided protections for workers and consumers and gave women voting rights. Backlash against the...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Battle to Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment
In this interactive lesson, students examine the arguments, leadership, messaging, and tactics of leading women's organizations involved in the battle over ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
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