
Women’s History in the Garden
Women of all backgrounds and interests have shaped the course of American gardens. Browse resources from Smithsonian Gardens on women’s history in American gardening.
Sponsored by the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative.
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8 Women to Know in Horticulture HERstory
Learn about a few famous names – and some lesser-known garden heroes.

Timeline of Women’s History in the Garden
Selected moments and movements when women have used gardens and landscapes for power, advocacy, and change.
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Learning Labs
Focus in on topics in women’s garden history through online collections from the Smithsonian Archives of American Gardens and other Smithsonian collections.
On Social Media
Check out the #HorticultureHERstory hashtag on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for stories of notable women of change.
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