Important Dates in Women's Rights History

Womens right to vote is taken

1777

In 1777, Women lost the right to vote in all state constitutions.

First Woman Suffrage Law

Dec 10, 1869

On December 10, 1869, Wyoming passes Americas first women's suffrage law, granting women the right to vote and hold office.

National Association of Colored Women

Jul 21, 1896

On July 21, 1896, The National Association of Colored Women is formed with the goal of achieving equality for women of color. The association brought together more than 100 black women clubs.

Womens Suffrage Parade

Mar 3, 1913

On March 3, 1913, more than 5000 women marched in Washington for the right to vote. The parade brought national attention to the suffrage.

First Women Elected to Congress

Apr 2, 1917

On April 2, 1917, Jeannette Rankin of montana, an activist with the Woman Suffrage Association is the first woman elected to Congress as a member of the House of Representatives

The Woman Suffrage Amendment

Jun 4, 1919

On June 4, 1919, the Woman Suffrage Amendment, written by Susan B. Anthony, is passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate.

19th Amendment certified as a law

Aug 18, 1920

On August 18, 1920, the 19th amendment is certified as a law, guaranteeing all American women the right to vote.

First female cabinet member

May 4, 1933

On May 4, 1933, Frances Perkins becomes the first female cabinet member, appointed secretary of labor by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Equal Pay Act

Jun 10, 1963

On June 10, 1963, The equal pay act is passed by congress, promising equal wages for the same work regardless of gender, race or religion.

First Woman on Supreme Court

Jul 7, 1981

On July 7, 1981, Sandra Day O' Connor becomes the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court