On the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Vietnam Revolutionary Press (June 21, 1925 – June 21, 2025), the Vietnam Women's Museum is proud to present a special document: a manuscript nearly 70 years old, printed on two sheets of paper, with typewritten text interspersed with red ink - handwritten notes by President Ho Chi Minh on the work of women’s liberation.
Welcome to VWM!
The VWM is centrally located on Ly Thuong Kiet Street, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter on the most ancient street in the capital city with many French-style buildings. Here, visitors will learn about the roles of Vietnamese women through the amazing and impressive exhibitions.
The women’s stories in the whole country are simple, but insightful. Love, sacrifices, and silent contributions form the temperament, beauty and importance of Vietnamese women and their crucial roles in the past, present and future. The museum has been collecting, preserving and introducing these values, and heritages to domestic and international visitors in hope that everyone will love, respect and be proud of Vietnamese women!
Open Hours
From 8 am to 5pm
Monday – Sunday
Address:
36 Ly Thuong Kiet St, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam
Highlights
Vietnam Festival of Creativity and Design 2020
This year, the Vietnam Festival of Creativity & Design 2020 will celebrate Vietnamese creativity through a series of online and offline activities.
Permanent Exhibition
Discover more diversified information and attractive stories about culture and history related to Vietnamese women through our exhibitions!
“I have a lot of admiration for the skillful and hard-working Vietnamese women”
Madam Suga Mariko, the Japanese Prime Minister’s spouse, conveyed her great admiration for Vietnamese women during her visit to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum (VWM) on October 19th.
Museum’s collections
Distinct collections are reflected through Vietnamese women’s history, and their important contributions made to build and develop the nation.
The Letters Left Behind
Love became a mighty force that helped this woman overcome pain and loss, forging her will, determination, and resilience to face countless challenges, hardships, and to strive forward in life.
Letters to His Wife: The Patriotism of Martyr Tran Quang Long
As a prominent author in the patriotic and progressive literary movement of South Vietnam during the resistance against the United States, Tran Quang Long was renowned for his fervent revolutionary verses, which carried a powerful appeal to students, intellectuals, and the youth.
Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam and UNESCO Director – General Audrey Azoulay attended the “We CAN” painting exhibition
On the afternoon, June 27, 2025, Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, Party leader’s spouse and Madam Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO Director - General attended the painting exhibition “We CAN” at the Vietnamese Women’s Museum.
“A Time of Fiery Blossoms” – Illuminating the Glorious Pages of History
In a meaningful effort to promote gender education and equality under the Global Citizenship Education (GCED) framework, on May 19, 2025, eighth-grade students from Vinschool Ocean Park Secondary School embarked on an impactful experiential journey at the Vietnam Women’s Museum, participating in the historical education program titled “A Time of Fiery Blossoms.”
The event “Memories and Belief”
In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam People's Army (December 22, 1944 – December 22, 2024) and the 35th anniversary of the All-People's National Defense Day (December 22, 1989 – December 22, 2024), the Vietnam Women's Museum, in collaboration with the "Forever 20" Club, hosted the event "Memories and Faith" on the morning of December 19.
Vietnam Festival of Creativity & Design 2024 launched in Hanoi
On November 16, the Vietnam Festival of Creativity and Design (VFCD) 2024 was officially inaugurated at the Vietnamese Women's Museum. The event was jointly organized by RMIT University Vietnam and the Vietnam Institute of Culture and Arts Studies (VICAS), with support from key partners including the Vietnamese Women's Museum, Hexagon, Viral Town, and various organizations and individuals in the creative industry. Media support was provided by Hanoi Grapevine, while Behalf Studio served as the design partner.