Women in the Postal Service and Philately

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Catherine Lemmon Manning, former Curator of National Philatelic Collection, looking at a stamp album

Catherine Lemmon Manning (1881-1957), Curator of National Philatelic Collection, 1922-1951

From the depictions of prominent and remarkable women on American postage stamps to the role of women within the US postal system, the Smithsonian National Postal Museum’s website has something for everyone. A series of featured collections showcases the many and varied women celebrated on American stamps. Web visitors can learn more about the role of women in the history of America’s postal system, from famous aviatrix Amelia Earhart, to relatively unknown colonial postmaster Mary Katherine Goddard.

Image: Catherine L. Manning

32-cent Bessie Coleman stamp
Women on Stamps: Part 2
Exhibition

This virtual exhibition is the second in a series of four focusing on the accomplishments of women featured on stamps. In Women on Stamps: Part 2, we feature women who pioneered in the fields of health, education, science, philanthropy, aviation and athletics.

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34-cent Frida Kahlo stamp
Women on Stamps: Part 3
Exhibition

This virtual exhibition is the third in a series of four focusing on the accomplishments of women featured on stamps. In Women on Stamps: Part 3, we feature women who have made significant contributions to the visual arts and literature.

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34-cent Lucille Ball stamp
Women on Stamps: Part 4
Exhibition

This virtual exhibition is the fourth in a series of four focusing on the accomplishments of women featured on stamps. In Women on Stamps: Part 4, we feature women who have made significant contributions to the performing arts.

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