National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

Crafting Through History: Crochet
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Anthony Museum Carriage House, 19 Madison St, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
Together with SewGreen, we’re very excited to announce our new event series Crafting Through History, pairing fiber arts instruction with discussions of history!For our inaugural event, we will be practicing and talking crochet. Gathering in the Carriage House behind the Anthony Museum Visitor Center, participants will learn about the history of crochet and women’s rights movements and then spend time knitting together. Light refreshments, yarn, and crochet hooks will be provided.
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Crafting Through History
Date: Saturday, April 25
Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Carriage House
Craft: Crochet (beginner to intermediate, all ages welcome)
Cost: $30 per person

“Kate Gleason, Rochester’s Renaissance Woman”
2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Anthony Museum Carriage House, 19 Madison St, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
On May 13, Kenneth Frederick, PhD, returns to the podium to share another fascinating program about another one of Rochester’s influential women. To register to attend in person or virtually, or to learn more about this lecture and others, visit our Guest Lecture Series page.

History Spotlight: Susan B. Anthony House Tour & Genesee River Guide
2026-06-06 09:30 - 12:00 | National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House, 17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
Stop 1: Rochester By Water, Riverie Tour Boat280 Exchange Blvd Rochester, NY 14608
Start your day on Riverie, Rochester’s downtown tour boat, savoring the lush landscapes of the Genesee River as you cruise south past the University of Rochester, through Genesee Valley Park, and into the intersection of the Erie Canal. As you relax on the water, live narration will reveal the stories of how these historic waterways shaped our community. Your cruise ends with a spectacular view of Rochester’s skyline as you’ve never seen it before.

Stop 2: National Susan B Anthony Museum & House17 Madison Street Rochester, NY 14608
Once your cruise has ended, you will take your own transportation less than 1.5 miles from the Riverie dock over to the National Susan B Anthony Museum & House, exploring all three floors of Susan B Anthony’s National Historic Landmark home while learning her incredible story from one of our knowledgeable and passionate docents. Your guided experience will include walking outside and navigating two staircases. One of the many highlights of your tour will be to visit the front parlor, the room where Susan B. Anthony was arrested for voting in the 1872 presidential election.

June 6, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$60

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Fighting for Equality: World War I and American Women’s Struggle for Suffrage
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Anthony Museum Carriage House, 19 Madison St, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
To register to attend in person or virtually, visit our Guest Lecture Series page.

Early Voting, June 13-21
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-21 | National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House, 17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House is once again a Monroe County Early Voting location!
Primary Election 2026 In Person Early Voting
JUNE 13 – 21, 2026
Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 12 pm – 8 pm
For more information about Early Voting in Monroe County click here.

Neighborhood Walking Tour
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Susan B. Anthony House, 17 Madison St, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
Learn about some of the other folks who shared this lively neighborhood with Susan B. Anthony! One of our knowledgeable docents will guide visitors through the streets of the Susan B. Anthony Preservation District and, over the course of an hour, will share many fascinating stories about past residents.
This tour will not always be on paved paths. Historic sidewalks can be uneven. We recommend closed-toe walking shoes. The tour will be entirely on foot and will not pass by many benches. This tour will happen rain or shine, so please dress appropriately and bring an umbrella if needed!
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"America 250: A Commemoration with Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass"
2026-07-03 16:00 - 17:30 | Susan B. Anthony Square Park, Rochester, NY
To commemorate America’s 250th, the National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House will host a free community event in Susan B. Anthony Square Park. Join us to hear historic speeches by Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass that will help us all better understand the significance of this national milestone.
Admission will be free.

An Evening with Susan
2026-07-18 17:00 - 18:00 | National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House, 17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY, 14608, United States
Learn about the inner life of Susan B. Anthony on a special evening tour of her National Historic Landmark home.
More information coming soon!
