WOMEN’S HISTORY MILE

The Women’s History Mile (Walking) The Women’s History Mile highlights women who are local heroes and national icons because they advocated for the freedoms and protections of their communities. Get a feel for local DC as you weave through the buzzing city streets of unassuming neighborhoods like Gallery Place and Metro Center. Get a glimpse of Pennsylvania Avenue where feminists have marched to demand their constitutional rights like the 19th Amendment to important causes like education, labor, and healthcare. The sites and stories of women like Mary Church Terrell, Clara Barton, and Alice Paul will have you asking "why didn't I learn this in school?" The corners of Downtown, DC hold pieces of history that illustrate how women have been essential to the growth of Washington, DC and the prosperity of the United States. Perfect for adventurous first timers or return visitors who want a fresh perspective on DC neighborhoods and local culture. This tour covers a range of topics, themes, and demographics to provide a broad overview of women's history with a twist of life in the District of Columbia. // Starts at Navy Memorial // Ends near Freedom Plaza // Suggested 3 hours // Budget Option = 2 Hours