Arts Mar 29 The women lighthouse keepers who saved countless lives from coast to coast By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin, Zoie Lambert
Arts Mar 22 Watch 6:22 A look inside the U.S. Mint’s creation of a quarter celebrating Ida B. Wells This Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at a special series of quarters honoring notable American women. This is the final year of the program, and one of the coins for 2025 features journalist and civil rights activist Ida… By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin, Claire Mufson
Politics Mar 18 WATCH: Biden hosts Women’s History Month event for advancing the study of women’s health During a reception at the White House on Monday, he also chided Republicans for having “no clue about the power of women” and said they were “about to find out” come November’s election. By Colleen Long, Associated Press
Science Mar 17 Watch 5:46 The life and achievements of chemist Stephanie Kwolek, inventor of Kevlar Kevlar is a fiber that’s stronger than steel, and it’s revolutionized everything from military and police body armor to sports equipment. For our “Hidden Histories” series this Women’s History Month, we learn about Stephanie Kwolek, the pioneering researcher who invented… By Ali Rogin, Claire Mufson, Lana Green
Nation Mar 26 Watch 1:30 The life and legacy of Native photographer Jennie Ross Cobb This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting figures whose contributions have often gone unseen. Tonight, we look back at the work of Jennie Ross Cobb, the first known female Native American photographer, who captured personal images of her community. By John Yang, Claire Mufson
Mar 22 WATCH: Biden and First Lady Jill Biden mark Women’s History Month at White House event By Zeke Miller, Associated Press First lady Jill Biden on Wednesday used a Women's History Month event at the White House to call on men to step up and fight to protect women's rights. Continue reading
Mar 19 Watch 2:48 The career of Chien-Shiung Wu, the ‘First Lady of Physics’ By John Yang, Harry Zahn This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting stories of women whose contributions have often been overlooked. Tonight, we look at the career of Chien-Shiung Wu, a 20th-century physicist who made indelible changes to her field. Continue watching
Mar 12 Watch 1:33 The life of Frances Marion, a trailblazer for women in Hollywood By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin, Harry Zahn This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting stories of success that have faded over time. Tonight, we look back at the life of Frances Marion, a pioneer in the film industry whose storied career made her one of the most prolific… Continue watching
Mar 05 Watch 1:21 The story of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman in space By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting stories of women whose accomplishments have often not received widespread attention. Today, we learn about NASA astronaut Ellen Ochoa, who became the first Hispanic woman to go to space in 1993. Continue watching
Feb 11 Smithsonian to show 120 orange statues of female scientists By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press The Smithsonian will commemorate Women's History Month in March by displaying 120 life-size neon orange statues depicting women who have excelled in the fields of science and technology. Continue reading