Ruby Bridges, U.S. Women's Hockey Honored at Chicago Gala
Washington – November 10, 2026 -- The National Women's History Museum honored civil rights icon Ruby Bridges, the gold medal-winning U.S. Women's National Hockey Team and four other honorees at its 15th annual Women Making History Awards Gala at Navy Pier in Chicago.
The evening also marked the Museum's 30th anniversary, as the nation commemorates 250 years of American independence. Sixty corporate, individual and foundation sponsors backed the event, including History Maker sponsor Women Connect4Good and Trailblazer sponsor PwC.
Meryl Streep delivered remarks by video as Honorary Chair
Actress Bellamy Young introduced Museum President and CEO Frédérique Irwin. Tina Tchen, former chief of staff to Michelle Obama, introduced Ruby Bridges. Guests included actress and past honoree Sophia Bush, U.S. hockey captain and two-time Olympic gold medalist Kendall Coyne Schofield, and Chicago Stars player Brianna Pinto.