Women in Music Smithsonian Music

In order to celebrate Women's History Month, Smithsonian Music is proud to feature "Women in Music" as this month's Spotlight. Enjoy essays written by Smithsonian staff and affiliates and browse through the Smithsonian's intensive collection.

Stories of I've Endured: Women in Old-Time Music: Etta Baker - The Birthplace of Country Music

Women in Music Smithsonian Institution

Muato mua N'Gola (Women of Angola), Lilly Tchiumba

Music for the Moment: An Asian American Offering

Women in Music Smithsonian Music

American Music Smithsonian Institution

Mary Lou Williams National Women's History Museum

In Our Own Voice: Songs of American Indian Women

Women in Music Smithsonian Institution

Women in Music Smithsonian Music

Women in Music Smithsonian Music

Women in Music Smithsonian Institution

MTV And The Smithsonian Channel To Explore Black Women & Sex In Hip-Hop With New Digital Series