A major American artist of the 20th century, Georgia O’Keeffe developed a unique approach to abstract painting that reflected the landscapes around her.

Lorine Niedecker, an important 20th century poet, was highly regarded for the poems she wrote about her Wisconsin surroundings.

Barbara Nichols was the first African American president of the Wisconsin Nursing Association and of the American Nursing Association.

Dr. Kate Pelham Newcomb was a popular physician in Northern Wisconsin who provided health care where few medical services were available.

Mee Moua was the first Hmong American to be elected to a state legislature in the U.S.

Mountain Wolf Woman's autobiography was one of the earliest firsthand accounts of the experiences of a Native American woman.

Kathryn "Kate" Morrison was the first woman elected to the Wisconsin State Senate.

Maria Luisa Morales has worked for justice for Latinx communities in Wisconsin since the 1960s.

Gwen Moore was the first African American from the state of Wisconsin to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.

Golda Meir was a teacher and organizer in Milwaukee before becoming Israel's first female prime minister in 1969.