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Meet the Wheelwoman

Meet the Wheelwoman

Jul 21, 2026, 12:00 PM ETAmerican History MuseumFree

Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it be less restrictive clothing, improved infrastructure, or even woman suffrage.