The Ohio Women’s Monument is an ongoing initiative designed to honor the women who have championed suffrage and continue advocating for equality within the state. The monument serves to commemorate the historical, current, and future efforts dedicated to women’s suffrage and equality in Ohio. It will be located on the grounds of the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus. Renowned artist Brenda Councill has been commissioned to design and create the sculpture, which is set to be unveiled in the summer of 2026. This project signifies a commitment to acknowledging women’s leadership and legacy in Ohio. Funding for the initiative comes from the Ohio Women’s Suffrage Commission, the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board, and the Capitol Square Foundation, with a substantial donation of $1 million recently pledged to aid its construction. The project also aligns with the centennial celebration of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote.
