Each March, Women’s History Month gives us the chance to dive deeper into the lives, accomplishments and histories of the women who have shaped, and continue to shape, our world. It’s a moment to honor trailblazers, uncover overlooked voices and reflect on the women in our own lives whose stories deserve celebration.
This year, we’re celebrating the women who shaped our world—from frontier trailblazers to groundbreaking artists, literary icons and everyday women whose stories spark inspiration. Women have made an impact everywhere, in major historical moments and close to home. Explore the digital resources below to dive into the stories of women who inspire you, including those in your own family and community. Ready to discover someone amazing?
Featured Reads for Women’s History Month
These new and noteworthy titles spotlight women who broke barriers, changed conversations and redefined what was possible:
- Frontier Grit by Marianne Monson
- We the Women by Norah O’Donnell
- Starry and Restless by Julia Cooke
- Court Queens by Emma Baccellieri
- Making Space: Interior Design by Women by Jane Hall
- Women Shaping the West by Lindsay Linton Buk
- Wild Woman: Empowering Stories from Women Who Work in Nature by Philippa Forrester
- The Bright Edges of the World: Willa Cather and Her Archbishop by Garrett Peck
- Cosmic Music: The Life, Art and Transcendence of Alice Coltrane by Andy Beta
- Lost: Amelia Earhart’s Three Mysterious Death and One Extraordinary Life by Rachel Hartigan
- The Case of the Missing Blackfeet Women by Anais Renevier
- North of Ordinary by Sue Aikens
- Judy Blume: A Life by Mark Oppenheimer
- Kids, Wait Till You Hear This! by Liza Minnelli
- Language as Liberation by Toni Morrison
Watch: Women’s History on Kanopy
This curated collection features documentaries, biopics and historical films that spotlight women across culture, politics, science and social movements — perfect for deepening your understanding of the women who shaped history.
Explore the Kanopy Women’s History collection.
Dig Deeper: Digital Resources for Research & Discovery
Looking to explore women’s history — or even research the stories of women in your own life? Your library card unlocks powerful digital tools where you can browse historical newspapers, academic journals, biographies, archives and more.
These digital resources offer a wealth of information for students, researchers, genealogy enthusiasts or anyone curious about the women who shaped our shared past.
- Discover the experience and impact of Black people in America through news articles and more in Black Life in America
- Read about the lives of Hispanic Americans through news articles from 1709 to present day in Hispanic Life
- Learn about individuals who have made significant contributions to human culture throughout history and the world in Encyclopedia of World Biography
- Look up biographies, historical documents, maps, videos and more in History Reference Source
- Diverse genealogy databases with historical documents, photos and other resources in MyHeritage
- Explore your family history from 1704 to present day in Heritage Hub
Celebrate the Stories of the Women Around Us
Women’s History Month is an invitation — to explore, to remember and to elevate the stories that haven’t been told enough. Whether you’re diving into a biography, streaming a documentary or researching family history, these resources open the door to a richer understanding of the women who made history and the ones who continue to shape our world today.
