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Women's Suffrage Museum Events & Cultural Center

Mission statement for Suffrage Coalition Inc.’s Project: Women’s Suffrage Museum – Events & Culture Center - Locate and preserve the epic history of the movement that brought democracy to the other half of our citizens. Use accurate, immersive storytelling to inspire future generations to value their rights and faithfully perform their duties as citizens.

Carrie Chapman Catt (1859-1947) NY

Carrie Chapman Catt
  • Successor to Susan Anthony as president of National American Women Suffrage Association.
  • School principal and superintendent in Iowa
  • Founded the League of Women Voters
  • Instrumental in founding International Woman Suffrage Alliance

Quotes:

"Roll up your sleeves, set your mind to making history, and wage such a fight for liberty that the whole world will respect our sex."

 

"The vote has been costly. Prize it...understand what it means and what it can do for your country."

 

"No written law has ever been more binding than unwritten custom supported by popular opinion."