She Changed the World: Celebrating Women's History Month

Events & Programs

The hard work, perseverance and contributions of women in North Carolina is being recognized all across the state during Women’s History Month. Exhibits, tours, and presentations will reveal the many ways women have helped shape this state.

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2024 North Carolina Award Recipient: Christina Koch

2025 North Carolina Awards Nominations

The North Carolina Awards is an annual event that celebrates excellence in various fields such as fine arts, literature, public service, and science. The awards are presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and have brought recognition to the state of North Carolina. 2025 Nominations are now open!

Travel and Tourism

Women of Somerset Place

Join Somerset Place State Historic Site for the Women of Somerset Place Tours every Wednesday and Saturday in March

Charlotte Hawkins Brown State Historic Site

Visit Charlotte Hawkins Brown for tours highlighting Dr. Brown and the women's suffrage movement every Saturday in March

Resources

Harriet Jacobs

The Edenton Tea Party

An engraving of women doing domestic tasks. Several craftswomen used their skills to support the militia and earn money during the War of Regulation. Courtesy of the New York Public Library.

Women and the War of Regulation

Several old photos of women from the 1800s.

North Carolina's Widows of the American Revolution

Explore Women's History

Explore Women's History in North Carolina through NCpedia’s collection of resources, highlighting the contributions, stories, and impact of women across the state's history.