Women's History Month

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Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others. – Amelia Earhart

History is filled with intelligent, powerful, and inspirational women who have been pioneers for women’s rights and defined the worlds of entertainment, science, sports, and literature. 

This month, we celebrate the fearless women who broke the rules—the teachers, scientists, leaders, politicians, mathematicians, authors, and artists—and inspired generations to come. 

Use your MCPL Access Pass (Library Card) to explore these materials and resources or apply for a free card today.

Upcoming Events

Women's History Month

The Worlds of Eleanor Roosevelt (Zoom) |
Mon, Mar 16, 2026 - 6:30pm
Sincerely Yours, Laura Ingalls Wilder | North Oak |
Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Sincerely Yours, Laura Ingalls Wilder | Parkville |
Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 6:00pm
Sincerely Yours, Laura Ingalls Wilder | Midwest Genealogy Center |
Thu, Mar 26, 2026 - 2:00pm

Online Resources to Celebrate Women’s History Month

Whether you want to celebrate Women’s History Month with fun books about female friendships or do a deep dive into history, the Library has something for you!

Midwest Genealogy Center

Learn more about the women in your family tree with resources from MGC.

Celebrate Women's History Month

Celebrate remarkable women in history by reading one of these great books.

Gender Studies

Gender Studies provides balanced coverage of this significant aspect of culture and society. The database offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.

Gerritsen Collection of Aletta H. Jacobs

The Gerritsen Collection is a women's history collection of periodicals, books, pamphlets, and more. Much of this collection is primary source material otherwise available only in a few rare book rooms around the world.