Belva Lockwood is one of the most notable individuals interred at Congressional Cemetery. A lawyer, activist, and women’s rights pioneer, she authored a sterling legal career, blazing a trail for women in American society. The first woman to legally run for President, as well as argue a case before the Supreme Court, she stands as one of the most influential individuals of the 19th and 20th centuries.

To celebrate her legacy of achievement and activism for women, we hope that you will join us on the morning of October 24, her birthday, for a short dedication ceremony to welcome new historic signage to her final resting place. This new signage will celebrate Lockwood’s self made origins as a Western New York native.  A short cupcake reception will follow at The Lockwood.

The ceremony is free to attend but we ask that you please RSVP HERE. 

Special thanks to Royalton-Hartland Central School Class of 1972 for their generous donation of the new signage and to the people of Middleport, NY for honoring one of their own.