Loudoun Women's Hall Of Fame Now Accepting Nominees For Inaugural Class

LOUDOUN COUNTY, VA — Loudoun County will soon have its first ever Women's Hall of Fame. The initiative is being established by the Loudoun Coalition for Women and Girls.

In a news release, LCWAG officials said the hall of fame will "share the stories of the women who are shaping Loudoun’s history in the Arts, Community Service, Education, Leadership, Health, Science, Social Justice, and Business."

The hall of fame is now accepting nominations for its inaugural class of women. Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Feb. 22. The honorees will be announced in March to coincide with women's history month. The nominated women must live or work in Loudoun County to be recognized.

"LCWAG depends on members of the public to nominate extraordinary, contemporary women who have made enduring and exemplary contributions to their fields, inspired and elevated the status of women, and helped open new frontiers for women and society," the coalition said in a news release.

The inaugural hall of famers will be recognized during an award luncheon at Lightfoot Restaurant on May 18.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible women in our community and recognize the indelible impact they have contributed to Loudoun’s legacy,” LCWAG chair Farzaneh Riar said in a news release. “LCWAG and the Women’s Hall of Fame selection committee are honored to elevate the extraordinary stories of courage, leadership, intelligence, compassion, and creativity within our county.”

Approximately 20 different states have their own state-specific halls of fame for women. Virginia does not have its own Women's Hall of Fame.

Tickets for the LCWAG award luncheon are now available for purchase online.