The New York State Library's collections contain items related to the history of women's suffrage, many of which can be viewed in our Digital Collections. Documents from Manuscripts and Special Collections, include letters written by suffragists, hand-outs, flyers, and posters advertising suffrage events, and two legislative addresses trace the history of the movement in New York State and across the United States. The NYS Library also holds books published between 1846 and 1919 by American suffrage advocates and opponents.
See the New York State Library educator guide for the 19th Amendment : New York State Library documents of the women's suffrage and anti-Suffrage Movements for resources to assist educators using our suffrage materials in the classroom.
It's important to us to provide New Yorkers with access to these and other items from our history. If you would like to continue exploring the NYS Library, we can help you plan your visit. Familiarize yourself with library collections, search the catalog, or ask a question through the Research Library Reference Desk. The New York State Talking Book and Braille Library is a free resource for users who are unable to use standard print materials.
Make an appointment with Manuscripts and Special Collections if you wish to request and view special collections material onsite.
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