We are delighted that the legislation we fought so hard to get introduced all those years ago has overwhelmingly passed the U.S. House of Representatives on a bi-partisan basis. We urge the Senate to pass it, and the president to sign it. 

We will continue to support the bill, but we also understand the reality that the timeline is uncertain and the bill still needs to be funded. Under the best of circumstances, a Smithsonian Museum dedicated to women’s history likely will be years—if not decades—away. Despite these challenges, we remain laser-focused on the urgency of representation—of sharing women’s stories, exploring their contributions to our national narrative, and creating a space that communicates the breadth and depth of women’s experiences and accomplishments. Time is of the essence, and as a private organization, we remain committed to building this museum now!