Alice Stone Blackwell

Lucy Stone (1818–1893) and daughter Alice Blackwell were suffrage pioneers. Lucy co-founded the AWSA, and Alice led efforts with The Woman’s Journal until 1920.

Lucy Stone (1818-1893), a leading suffragist and abolitionist, founded the American Woman Suffrage Association and the Woman’s Journal. Her ashes rest here in the Lucy Stone Chapel.

The Woman’s Journal, edited by Lucy Stone (1818-93), and the New England Women’s Club were headquartered here, close to the State House, advocating for woman suffrage.

In 1913, this building - known as Chauncy Hall - was described as a “busy bee hive full of workers for women.” It was the home of numerous suffrage organizations and publications.

Copley Square's Boston Public Library has been an educational and reform hub for women, showcasing art, literature, and influential contributions in its historic McKim building.