In a poetic twist of history, the former home of Susan B. Anthony—the iconic suffragist arrested for casting a ballot in 1872—is now an early voting site.
It’s a fitting transformation for this Rochester, New York landmark, where Anthony fought tirelessly for women’s right to vote, well before the 19th Amendment passed in 1920. This spot, a witness to countless rallies, debates, and declarations for equality, is now giving voters a chance to honor her legacy by doing exactly what she was once criminalized for: voting.
Located at 17 Madison Street, the Susan B. Anthony Museum & House now invites community members to step into its legacy and cast their ballots in a place steeped in feminist history. For those in the Rochester area, it’s an opportunity to add a unique layer of meaning to their vote, surrounded by the very walls where Anthony fought for rights still defended today.
With Election Day approaching tomorrow, many states offer resources to find your closest polling locations, check registration status, or learn more about any voting changes in your area. For the latest details on where and how to vote, visit CanIVote.org, or check with local election officials. And if you’re in Rochester, consider making your mark where Susan B. Anthony first made hers.
