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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.

Inez Milholland (1886-1916) NY

Inez Milholand
  • Lawyer who led 1913 Washington, DC parade on a white horse.
  • Collapsed and died while on a suffrage speaking tour (50 speeches in one month).
  • Popularized “Mr. President, how long must women wait for liberty.”
  • Arrested for picketing the White House.

Quotes:

"Not to know what things in life require remedying is a crime... It leaves you at the mercy of events - it lets life manipulate you - instead of training you to manipulate life."

 

"I am prepared to sacrifice every so-called privilege I possess in order to have a few rights."