The Women’s Biographies page is an extension of the Jean Ford Research Center. It is under development indefinitely. Please Email us for more research information or to a make a Nevada Women’s biographical contribution. For additional research on Nevada Women, you may wish to contact the Jean Ford Research Center directly at 775-786-2335 or 770 Smithridge Drive, Suite 300, Reno, Nevada 89502.
Currently, biographical information is available alphabetically by last name and geographical area. Scroll down through all entries, or select a letter to narrow your search.
Theresa Smokey Jackson (1916-1999)
- Douglas Co.
- Educator, Folk Artist (Basket weaver)
Agnes Hume Scott Train Janssen (1905-1991)
- Genoa, Douglas County; Carson City
- Nevada State Museum curator, naturalist, author, artist
Lubertha Miller Johnson (1906-1989)
- Clark Co.
- Educator, Civil Rights and Social Welfare Activist
Maggie Johnson (0-1924)
- Eureka Co.
- Mining, Boardinghouse Owner
Velma Bronn Johnston (1912-1977)
- Washoe Co.
- Secretary, Rancher, Wild Horse Advocate
Gilda "Gil" Flores Johnstone (1935-2025)
- Clark Co. and Washoe Co.
- Advocate for the rights of vulnerable seniors
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