Abigail Adams has been celebrated in popular culture as a strong, brilliant woman who was an indispensable political adviser to her husband, John Adams, and a savvy steward of the family homestead.

Letter shares future first lady's views on U.S. politics, life abroad June 18, 2011— -- Abigail Adams wrote thousands of letters in her lifetime, but a newly discovered letter sheds light on the ...

Abigail Adams wrote to John Adams in Philadelphia as the Battle of Bunker Hill continued. June 17, 2025 Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable ...

Monticello was Thomas Jefferson’s home in retirement, after decades of public service, including as the nation’s third president. It was also, on any given day, crowded with women and young ...