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Momentum Builds for Smithsonian Women’s History Museum Revival

1/14/2026

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In 2020, Congress approved a plan to establish Smithsonian Women’s History Museum on National Mall, though progress stalled.
The Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act aims to secure National Mall land and has raised $70 million.
The plan has bipartisan support from 123 Democrats and 99 Republicans, including U.S. President Donald Trump.
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) expressed frustration at the delay.
Rep. Debbie Dingell urged progress before Women’s History Month.

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Story summary

In 2020, Congress approved a plan to establish Smithsonian Women’s History Museum on National Mall, though progress stalled.
The Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act aims to secure National Mall land and has raised $70 million.
The plan has bipartisan support from 123 Democrats and 99 Republicans, including U.S. President Donald Trump.
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) expressed frustration at the delay.
Rep. Debbie Dingell urged progress before Women’s History Month.