Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: District of Columbia
📘 Park Overview
Home to the National Woman's Party for more than 90 years, this was the epicenter of the struggle for women's rights. From this house in the shadow of the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court, Alice Paul and the NWP developed innovative strategies and tactics to advocate for the Equal Rights Amendment and equality for women. President Barack Obama designated the national monument on April 12, 2016.
🌤 Weather Information
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
🚗 Directions
The Belmont-Paul Women's Equality NM is located on Capitol Hill at the corner of Constitution Avenue and 2nd Street, NE, next to the Hart Senate Office building. It is a free-standing, federal style brick house surrounded by a black cast-iron fence. The entrance for the museum tours and bookstore is located on 2nd Street. Follow the entrance signs to the brick staircase and outdoor lift. The door facing Constitution Avenue is not an entrance.
Images
411th Unit of the National Park Service
Credit: NPS Photo
Calling out for Women Suffrage
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Entry way beauty
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A moment of repose
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To write a letter...
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Vase of flowers in Hall of Portraits illuminated by sunlight streaming through stained glass fan light
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Thursday, Jan 15
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Wind: 13 mph
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Park Events
Guided Museum Tour
Join a ranger or volunteer for an exploration of the museum exhibits. Hear about the Alice Paul's confrontational tactics in the fight for the 19th Amendment. Learn about the history of the National Woman's Party and the struggle for social, political, and economic equality. No reservation required. Groups of more than 25 people will be given an introductory program and then self-guide through the exhibits with staff on hand to answer questions.
Location: 144 Constitution Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Date: Nov 15, 2025 12:00am to Nov 15, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Guided Museum Tour
Join a ranger or volunteer for an exploration of the museum exhibits. Hear about the Alice Paul's confrontational tactics in the fight for the 19th Amendment. Learn about the history of the National Woman's Party and the struggle for social, political, and economic equality. No reservation required. Groups of more than 25 people will be given an introductory program and then self-guide through the exhibits with staff on hand to answer questions.
Location: 144 Constitution Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Date: Nov 15, 2025 12:00am to Nov 15, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Guided Museum Tour
Join a ranger or volunteer for an exploration of the museum exhibits. Hear about the Alice Paul's confrontational tactics in the fight for the 19th Amendment. Learn about the history of the National Woman's Party and the struggle for social, political, and economic equality. No reservation required. Groups of more than 25 people will be given an introductory program and then self-guide through the exhibits with staff on hand to answer questions.
Location: 144 Constitution Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Date: Dec 28, 2025 12:00am to Dec 28, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Guided Museum Tour
Join a ranger or volunteer for an exploration of the museum exhibits. Hear about the Alice Paul's confrontational tactics in the fight for the 19th Amendment. Learn about the history of the National Woman's Party and the struggle for social, political, and economic equality. No reservation required. Groups of more than 25 people will be given an introductory program and then self-guide through the exhibits with staff on hand to answer questions.
Location: 144 Constitution Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Date: Dec 28, 2025 12:00am to Dec 28, 2025 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
144 Constitution Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002
🏤 Mailing Address:
1100 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC 20242
📞 Voice Phone: (202) 543-2240
✉️ Email: bepa_info@nps.gov