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Amelia Earhart book
Dolores Huerta book
Shirley Chisolm Book
Georgia O'Keefe book
Hellen Keller book
Wu Chien Shiung children's book
Harriet Tubman book
Sacagawea book

Biographies

From fast facts to in-depth research, use the Biography in Context database to learn about remarkable women, past and present. Use the drop-down menu in the "Browse People"' area of the database to select "Notable Women."

Famous Firsts in Biography in Context


Use this guide to find information sources from the library and beyond that highlight the achievements and experiences of women, especially with regard to American history.

The observance began over 40 years ago when the U.S. Congress first approved a week-long celebration. In 1987, the first "Women's History Month" was proclaimed in March of that year.

You can read more about the origins of Women's History Month using the links below.

Latest Books

Let's Get Physical
Awakening #metoo movement
Brave HearedWomen of American West
Brilliance Beyond Borders Remarkable Women Leaders
Genius of Women

Films on Demand - Watch/Listen Now!

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Women in Science (4 Part Series)

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Her Story: The Female Revolution (4 Part Series)

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Not Done: Women Remaking America

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Daring Women Doctors

Picture Books

Queen of the Diamond Lizzie Murphy
Ada Twist, Scientist book
Pocket Full of Colors Mary Blair Disney Artist
The Tree Lady
Planting Stories Pura Belpre book
Pies from Nowhere Georgia Gilmore
Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way
Rosie Revere, Engineer book
What to Do about Alice? book
Dumpling Dreams book
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors? Elizabeth Blackwell