Olympia in Thurston County, Washington — The American West (Northwest)

Washington Women Win the Vote

Photographed By J. J. Prats, May 21, 2015

1. Washington Women Win the Vote Marker

Inscription. Here, in February 1909, both Houses of the Washington Legislature authorized a vote by the State’s qualified voters to amend the Washington State Constitution to enable women to vote in all elections. Male voters of Washington approved the amendment on November 8, 1910.

Erected by Washington State Society, Daughters of the American Colonists.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Notable Events • Women. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Colonists series list. A significant historical month for this entry is February 1909.

Location. 47° 2.567′ N, 122° 54′ W. Marker is in Olympia, Washington, in Thurston County. Marker is on Washington Street SE south of Legion Way SE, on the left when traveling south. It is in front of the old Capitol building, across from Sylvester Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Olympia WA 98501, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Rankin Rogers (within shouting distance of this marker); Marking the End of the Oregon Trail 1844 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Former Olympia Library (about 400 feet away); Old City Hall and Fire Station (approx. ¼ mile away); Sequoia Tree

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(approx. 0.4 miles away); Putting down roots (approx. 0.4 miles away); Washington's State Capitol Design (approx. 0.4 miles away); The First William Winlock Miller High School (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Olympia.

Photographed By J. J. Prats, May 21, 2015

2. Washington Women Win the Vote Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 25, 2015, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 437 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 25, 2015, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.