Ida Husted Harper

Biography

Ida Husted Harper carved a lasting place in the history of the women’s suffrage movement through tireless advocacy and prolific writing. As a close collaborator of Susan B. Anthony and a leading voice for suffrage on the lecture circuit, she documented the movement’s struggle and victories, ensuring the legacy of its leaders was preserved in thoughtful biographies and histories.

Harper’s work reached beyond speeches, as she edited key publications, championed women’s rights in the press, and organized efforts that connected national conversations to the people of Muncie and beyond. Her calm resolve and scholarly approach made her both a trusted chronicler and an inspiring strategist in the fight for equality.