Celebrating a Trailblazer in Journalism and Women’s Suffrage

SARATOGA SPRINGS— The Saratoga Springs History Museum hosts an Opening Reception for the “Frank Leslie Buys Women’s Votes” exhibit at 6 p.m. on Sept. 26 at the Saratoga Springs History Museum, in Congress Park.  

The event will honor the life and legacy of Miriam Leslie, famously known as Frank Leslie, and her transformative impact on journalism and women’s suffrage.

Exhibit Highlights: Discover how Miriam Leslie, after inheriting her husband’s publishing empire and adopting his name, leveraged her media influence to champion the women’s suffrage movement. Her $2 million donation to Carrie Chapman Catt was instrumental in securing the passage of the 19th Amendment.

Also, explore Leslie’s personal and social evolution in Saratoga, learn about Leslie’s pioneering role in journalism, and delve into Leslie’s final act of philanthropy through her will, which provided crucial support to the suffrage campaign and played a key role in the passage of the 19th Amendment.

The evening will feature hors d’oeuvres, with admission including food and drinks. Tickets are $30 for History Museum members and $40 for non-members. Call the Saratoga Springs History Museum at 518-584-6920, visit at saratogahistory.org, or email info@saratogahistory.org.