Moms for America Honors Women's History with 'Abby Awards'

Annual event celebrates influential women on the anniversary of Abigail Adams' famous letter.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 8:08am

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an ornate, historic dining room bathed in a warm, golden glow, with a single woman in period dress standing alone at the head of a long wooden table, conceptually representing the legacy of pioneering women in American history.A solemn tribute to the enduring influence of Abigail Adams and other trailblazing women who fought for a greater voice in shaping America's founding.Washington Today

More than 150 guests gathered at Washington's historic City Tavern on March 31 for a tea and luncheon hosted by the nonprofit organization Moms for America. The event commemorated the 250th anniversary of Abigail Adams' letter to her husband John Adams, in which she famously urged him and the Continental Congress to 'Remember the Ladies' when establishing the new nation's laws.

Why it matters

The 'Abby Awards' aim to highlight the often-overlooked contributions of women throughout American history, continuing the legacy of Abigail Adams' advocacy for women's rights and representation in government.

The details

The luncheon featured speakers and honorees who were recognized for their impact on American society, politics, and culture. Moms for America, a conservative nonprofit focused on promoting traditional family values, organized the event to pay tribute to the legacy of Abigail Adams and other pioneering women.

  • The event took place on March 31, 2026 - 250 years to the day after Abigail Adams wrote her famous letter to John Adams.

The players

Moms for America

A conservative nonprofit organization focused on promoting traditional family values and the role of women in American society.

Abigail Adams

The wife of Founding Father John Adams, Abigail Adams was a prominent advocate for women's rights and is remembered for her letter urging her husband to 'Remember the Ladies' when establishing the new nation's laws.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to honor the legacy of trailblazing women like Abigail Adams who fought for a greater voice and role for women in shaping our country.”

— Kimberly Fletcher, President, Moms for America

The takeaway

The 'Abby Awards' hosted by Moms for America serve as a reminder of the ongoing need to recognize and celebrate the vital contributions of women throughout American history, building on the pioneering spirit and advocacy of Abigail Adams and other influential female leaders.