It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human rights, and equality, global struggles that continue today. The efforts of women’s rights leaders, abolitionists, and other 19th century reformers remind us that all people must be accepted as equals.
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Women's Rights National Historical Park
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848.
- LocationSeneca Falls, NY
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now62°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
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InformationElevator is Out-of-Service The elevator at the Visitor Center is currently out-of-service, due to regularly scheduled maintenance. We apologize for… Read more
The elevator at the Visitor Center is currently out-of-service, due to regularly scheduled maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience and encourage visitors to visit the virtual tours available on our website.
Things to Do
2 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Dreams of Equality Film & Museum
Begin your visit to Women's Rights National Historical Park with information, exhibits, and our park bookstore.
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Ranger Programs at Women's Rights
Ranger programs are offered at Women's Rights NHP year-round. Learn about the people and places that sparked a revolution for women's rights!
Learn more about Ranger Programs at Women's Rights on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Activities in the park
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Women's Rights National Historical Park Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Women's Rights NHP has one Visitor Center at 136 Fall Street in Seneca Falls NY. The Visitor Center contains the museum, theater, bookstore, and administrative…
Details
Women's Rights NHP has one Visitor Center at 136 Fall Street in Seneca Falls NY. The Visitor Center contains the museum, theater, bookstore, and administrative headquarters.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Visitor Center
Hours by area (5)
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Visitor CenterToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The Visitor Center and Wesleyan Chapel share a site at 136 Fall Street in Seneca Falls. The building hours change by season. See below for current hours. Declaration Park, also at this address, is open dawn to dusk.
Monday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Tuesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Wednesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM -
Park GroundsDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
Park grounds and outdoor areas are open sunrise to sunset. This includes the following: - Declaration Park (between the Visitor Center and Wesleyan Chapel). - The grounds of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, and the adjacent Chamberlain property. - The grounds of the M'Clintock House. - The grounds of the Hunt House.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset -
Elizabeth Cady Stanton HouseToday: 10:00AM - 3:30PM
The house is open for two open-house periods: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, and 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Ranger programs will be offered at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. The building will be closed from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday 10:00AM - 3:30PM Saturday 10:00AM - 3:30PM Sunday 10:00AM - 3:30PM -
M'Clintock HouseClosed
The M'Clintock House is currently only open during certain special events. Please check the parks calendar for these opportunities.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday Closed -
Wesleyan ChapelToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The historic Wesleyan Chapel was the site of the First Women's Rights Convention. Ranger programs will be offered at 11 daily at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, on all open days.
Monday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Tuesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Wednesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
136 Fall StreetSeneca Falls, NY 13148
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Weather & conditions
62°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 59°
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Today
70° 55°
Overcast82% rain -
Tomorrow
61° 47°
Sunny4% rain -
Sunday
64° 45°
Overcast14% rain
Updated 5 hr ago
What to expect by season
In the winter, temperatures range from 0-40 degrees with an average of 10 inches of snow per month. Summer temperatures range from 60-85 degrees with high humidity.
Upcoming Events
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Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention
Event page for Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention (opens in a new tab)About
How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. (45 minutes)
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The Center of the Rebellion: The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House
Event page for The Center of the Rebellion: The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House (opens in a new tab)About
Elizabeth Cady Stanton called her home on Washington Street in Seneca Falls, "The Center of the Rebellion." Join a ranger to learn more about Stanton's life in Seneca Falls and how it inspired her to take up the fight for equal rights for women.
Please be aware that there are no public restrooms at the Stanton House Property.
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Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention
Event page for Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention (opens in a new tab)About
How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. (45 minutes)
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Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention
Event page for Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention (opens in a new tab)About
How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. (45 minutes)
Please be aware that the park will be closed on the December 25 and January 1 federal holidays.
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Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention
Event page for Revolutionary Roots: The 1848 Convention (opens in a new tab)About
How does a social movement grow? Join a ranger to meet the organizers of the 1848 Seneca Falls Women's Rights Convention and learn more about the Wesleyan Chapel in which it was held. Discover how Faith, Fortune and Fate combined to ignite a movement. (45 minutes)
Photos
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Visitors can come to learn about the largest social movement in history, the women's rights movement. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
From the New York State Thruway (I-90) take exit 41 (Waterloo, Route 414). Turn right onto Route 414 South after exiting the tollbooth.
Full directions
Follow Route 414 South for approximately four miles. At the intersections of Route 414 and Routes 5 & 20, turn left onto Route 5 & 20 East. Follow for approximately one and a half miles into the Village of Seneca Falls. The Visitor Center is on the left at 136 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148.
Mailing address: 136 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
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