Women’s History Month is upon us. The Women’s History Month celebrations originated in 1981, with Congress requesting the President to call the week beginning March 7, 1982 “Women’s History Week.”
Congress continued to pass resolutions calling a week in March “Women’s History Week” for the next five years.
Following a petition from the National Women’s History Project, Congress designated the whole month of March 1987 as “Women’s History Month.” Congress continued to pass resolutions between 1988 and 1994 asking and authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month.
Since 1995, presidents have made annual proclamations designating the month as “Women’s History Month.” These often celebrate the contributions women have made to the U.S. and the ways they have accomplished various feats through American history.
Philly has a number of events and celebrations you can add to your calendar. The month aims to celebrate the past and present history of all women. If you’re looking for a way to commemorate the occasion, start here.
Ongoing: Badass Women’s History Tour
Local tour group Beyond the Bell Tours offers this unique walking tour of Philly every Friday through Monday at 11 a.m. The tour focuses on prominent female figures in the city, including: Hannah Callowhill Penn, William Penn’s wife; Ona Judge, a former slave of George Washignton who escaped to freedom; and women in arts, medicine and LGBTQ+ leadership roles. Tickets are $59 per person, and private tours are available at $490 for the first 10 people.
Through Sunday, March 30: Women’s History Month at the National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center will have special daily programming all month long to celebrate women’s history. One exhibit, “The Four Harriets of History,” teaches about the contributions made to the anti-slavery movement by four women named Harriet. There will also be daily interactive crafts, “Remember the Ladies” trivia and self-guided women’s history artifact tours.
The center will also host a “Remember the Ladies Trivia Night” on Saturday, March 8, 5-7 p.m. The event will feature free food, games, exhibit tours and a trivia contest with prizes. Admission is free.
The National Constitution Center also has its year-round exhibit – “The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote” – celebrating the key women and milestones in the fight for women’s suffrage.
Through Sunday, March 30: Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House
The Betsy Ross House will be hosting events all month long to commemorate Women’s History Month, including.
- Each Saturday this month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., museum visitors can meet a different female “History Maker.” This will bring alive various businesswomen, abolitionists and suffragists, including Ona Judge, Betsy Ross and colonial-era midwives.
- Each Sunday this month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., stories of women’s contributions to national history will be shared during “Storytelling Sundays.” This will include short, interactive tales from various women history makers.
- On Saturday, March 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., museum visitors can meet Betsy Ross at various stages of her life, as well as other characters that tell Ross’ story. The “Meet the Women of the Betsy Ross House” program is free with admission.
- An after-hours event on Thursday, March 20, will allow visitors to see how pregnancy, childbirth and reproductive injury affected the lives of women living in the 18th Century. This will include bringing alive a colonial-era Philadelphia Midwife, and a lecture from University of Pennsylvania Professor Kathleen Brown on women’s medicine and reproductive health in the 18th Century. The event includes tours of the Betsy Ross House and a Q&A session. The event is free, but advance registration is required.
Through Monday, March 31: Women’s History Month at The Museum of the American Revolution
The Museum of the American Revolution has several exhibits and performances to honor women during Women’s History Month. One exhibit highlights Continental Army flagmaker Rebecca Flower Young and the flags she sold from her Philadelphia shop. On select weekends, visitors can watch a theatrical performance about Elizabeth Freeman, who successfully sued for freedom from enslavement. Museum guests can also join the daily “10-Minute Talk: My Favorite Revolutionary Women’s Object” on the museum staff’s favorite women’s history artifacts. The museum offers digital resources as well.
Wednesday, March 5: Girls Day at the Please Touch Museum
Japanese “Girls’ Day” is typically celebrated on March 3, honoring the health, prosperity and happiness of young girls. This year, the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is bringing the tradition to the Please Touch Museum. From 4 to 7 p.m. at the museum’s “First Wednesday” celebration, visitors can pay $2 and experience the traditional decorations and kimono demonstrations that come from the holiday.
Wednesdays, March 5-26: Women’s Way at Stratus Lounge
The weekly pop-up will feature food and drinks from local women-owned or -operated vendors and women DJs, paired with networking and cocktails. Different chefs are highlighted each week, and tickets should be bought in advance.
Friday, March 7: First Friday at the Barnes
This month’s “First Friday” at the Barnes Museum will feature access to the Barnes’ newest exhibit, “Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations.” Brown is a pioneering woman painter who often creates art and showcases popular culture through a feminist perspective. The event will also feature a performance from 6:30 to 8 p.m. by the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra, and light snacks/cocktails for purchase. Tickets are $35.
Fridays, March 7-28: Various events at The Trestle Inn
Every Friday Happy Hour at the Trestle Inn will feature women artists and DJs who visitors can dance to. There will also be monthly programming, including a happy hour with the Philadelphia Women’s Theatre Festival on Thursday, March 13; a comedy cabaret with Jazz Baby on Thursday, March 20; and a showcase with Les Pierrettes, a night of Fem Clowns. Schedule highlights and more information can be found at their website.
Saturdays, March 8-29: A Deeply Rooted Trolley Tour by Harriet’s Bookshop
The Saturday trolley tours this month will celebrate local food, culture, history, music and Black women entreprenuers at various Philadelphia locations. The tours last 2½-3 hours and feature stops at five businesses or organizations led by Black women. Tours begin at Harriett’s Bookshop, and include a copy of the book Homegirls & Handgrenades by Sonia Sanchez, a free journal and a tote bag. Tickets are $50
Saturday, March 8: Women’s Mental and Maternal Health Symposium
The symposium will include keynote speakers, interactive workshops, panel discussions, networking opportunities and women’s health vendor exhibits – all focused on addressing the challenges and opportunities in women’s mental and maternal health. Tickets range from $55 to $95, and will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue.
Saturday, March 8: “Demo Days” at Philly’s Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
The Simone Foundation Automotive Museum is focusing its monthly “Demo Day” exhibit this month on three women drivers who made motorsports history. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can watch vintage motorcars come to life and learn about the drivers who drove them. Cars featured include a 1926 Bugatti Type 35, 1928 Riley Nine, 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Super Sport and a 1931 Bentley 4.5-Litre Supercharged.
Saturday, March 8: Riot Nerd’s Ladies of the 2010s Dance Party: International Women’s Day Celebration at Milkboy
Celebrate the Ladies of the 2010s during the International Women’s Day Celebration with DJ Riot Meg at MilkBoy. Tickets are $14.32, and doors open for the dance party at 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 8: Mujeres Making Empanadas at Jezabel’s
This hands-on workshop will celebrate the roots of empanadas and allow women to connect, network and celebrate during this communal cooking class. Tickets are $77.25 + tax, and include hands-on instruction, ingredients, equipment, family-style sides, a sweet treat and complimentary beverages.
Sunday, March 9: We Dissent Market & Fundraiser at Love City Brewing
The “We Dissent” Market will include women, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ and allied vendors and makers from 1 to 6 p.m. at Love City Brewing. Part of this reproductive rights fundraiser’s proceeds will go to Planned Parenthood. In addition to a vendor market, the free event will feature a raffle with prizes.
Thursday, March 13: Women Mean Business at Society Hill Dance Academy
The Women Meet Business event and networking opportunity features discussion from various women business owners around the region, and a Q&A and networking opportunity. The event will run from 6 to 8 p.m., and light refreshments will be provided. Tickets are $17.84.
Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16: Ladies Fit Fest
The two-day Ladies Fit Fest will feature various workouts – including pilates and yoga. Tickets range from $17 to $30 and there will be networking opportunities and other activities each day.
Saturday, March 15: Women’s Month Spring Social at Barre3
Philly Girls Who Walk are celebrating Women’s Month with a celebration of women’s empowerment and health. Tickets are $28.52 and include entry, snacks, drinks, vendors and a raffle ticket for giveaways.
Sunday, March 16: Women Veterans for Women’s Veterans Community Wellness Classes at the Discovery Center
The Women Veterans: Sisters in Wellness March event allows women veterans to celebrate and support one another. This month’s class will include a one-hour Zumba class, outdoor walks, meditation and community-building. The free event will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Discovery Center.
Tuesday, March 18: Women in Business Club March Workshop at Rebel & Wolf Cafe
The Philly Women in Business Club will hold its first workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Rebel & Wolf Cafe. Attendees will be able to network, share their experiences and connect with other entrepreneurs. Tickets are $25, and the club will continue to meet throughout the year with other sessions as well.
Thursday, March 20: Women’s Philly History Pop-up at Barnes & Noble
Join Cara Schneider Bongiorno from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Centennial Exposition – the world’s fair that drew 10 million people to Fairmount Park in 1876 for the country’s 100th birthday. The “Philly History Pop-Up” at Barnes & Noble will focus on women and their role in the fair as part of the Women’s History Month focus. Tickets are free.
Saturday, March 22: Women’s History Month Marketplace at MQFactory
The free community event will include shopping opportunities from women entrepreneurs and the ability to network with women in business. Women vendors can register for free, and interested attendees can shop from an offering of handmade goods, beauty, household decor and fashion products from 12 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, March 22: Women’s History Month Open House at Founder’s Hall
In addition to its regular weekday hours (10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Friday), Founder’s Hall Museum has a monthly weekend open house. The March Open House will highlight the contributions of women at Girard College. The free event will allow visitors to learn about alumnae and trailblazing women who led to the college becoming coed. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, March 22: Feminist Flowers and Flavors at Morgan Hall North
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc.-Temple University Chapter will be hosting its Annual Tea Party from 12 to 3 p.m. The event will allow women to connect with like-minded individuals, have empowering discussions, enjoy floral arrangements and enjoy food together. General admission tickets are $20 + tax, while tickets for Temple University students are $10 + tax.
Sunday, March 23: Sister Sunday at Courtyard at the Logan Hotel
The Logan Hotel’s 4th Annual Sister Sunday will feature a vendor market with everything from clothing, jewelry and live music to wine, beer and food. The event is free to attend, and will last from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Thursday, March 27: Breaking Par: Women’s History Month Golf Clinic & Networking – Fishtown
Celebrate women who have shaped the path for golf and continue to inspire future generations at Five Iron Golf in Fishtown, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. A $30 ticket gets you access to expert-led golf clinics, curated networking, drinks and wine, and light bites,
Sunday, March 30: Women for Greater Philadelphia’s Women’s History Month Event
The Women for Greater Philadelphia will present their 2025 Awards at the Laurel Hill Mansion in Philadelphia from 2 to 5 p.m. The event ceremony will also include a panel discussion and reception to engage with award winners. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
This is an ongoing list of events that will be updated as more information is found.
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