Step into living history at the Susan B. Anthony House in Rochester, New York. This two-story Italianate brick house at 17 Madison Street served as the home of legendary women's suffrage leader Susan B.
Anthony from 1866 until her death in 1906. It stands as a pivotal site in American civil rights history—it is the very place where Anthony was arrested in 1872 in the front parlor after illegally voting in a federal election, and it later served as the operational headquarters for the National American Woman Suffrage Association. Today, as a designated National Historic Landmark, the campus offers you a rare look into her life and movement.
You can explore period-furnished rooms—including restored parlors, dining rooms, and bedrooms—alongside engaging interpretive exhibits. You will also visit 19 Madison Street, which holds the Visitor Center and museum shop, and see the nearby Susan B. Anthony Square Park, featuring the bronze 'Let's Have Tea' sculpture of Anthony and Frederick Douglass.
What to see at Susan B. Anthony House
- The front parlor where Susan B. Anthony was arrested in 1872 for voting
- Period-furnished dining room, parlors, study, and bedrooms
- 19 Madison Street Visitor Center and introductory exhibit space
- Susan B. Anthony Square Park featuring the 'Let's Have Tea' sculpture
Visiting tips
Because the historic house has a strict 35-person fire occupancy limit, consider arriving early to ensure smooth entry during your visit.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning
How to get there & what’s nearby
Susan B. Anthony House is easy to reach on Rochester’s public transport, and pairs naturally with The National Museum of Play and Saint Michael's Church. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Rochester travel guide.
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