The Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument, located in Washington, D.C., is a historic site dedicated to honoring the struggle for women’s rights and equality in the United States. Named after Alva Belmont, a prominent suffragist and philanthropist, and Alice Paul, a key leader in the fight for the 19th Amendment and women’s equality, the monument is housed in a 200-year-old building that served as the headquarters for the National Woman’s Party.
This site was at the forefront of the women’s suffrage movement and later became a center for advocacy on broader issues of gender equality. The monument preserves and interprets the history of the NWP and the ongoing efforts to secure equal rights for women, featuring exhibits, artifacts, and archival materials that highlight the courage and determination of the women who fought for social and political change. Designated as a national monument in 2016, it stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the women’s rights movement and its impact on American society.