Woman's Friend Society

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Woman's Friend Society Since 1876 The Woman's Friend Society has been helping women while preserving an historic house.

The Woman’s Friend Society has been a positive and often pioneering force in the charitable life of Salem, Massachusetts, since the society’s founding in 1876. Through Emmerton House, providing affordable housing for women, and the outreach work of its committees, the Woman’s Friend Society continues to contribute actively to the Salem community.

10/23/2026
Huge thanks to the wonderful ladies of the Outreach Committee for providing such a delicious meal for Emmerton House Nac...
10/07/2026

Huge thanks to the wonderful ladies of the Outreach Committee for providing such a delicious meal for Emmerton House Nacho Night! We truly appreciate all your hard work and support.

Thank you to Mayor Pangallo, for dedicating the historic plaque commemorating the 150 years of work Emmerton House has d...
10/01/2026

Thank you to Mayor Pangallo, for dedicating the historic plaque commemorating the 150 years of work Emmerton House has done for the women of Salem. We greatly appreciate your support and recognition of this milestone.

09/22/2026

You're invited: Emmerton House Sign Celebration

Sep 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Join us for an evening of celebrating 150 of Women Empowering Women as you enjoy live music, signature cocktails (includ...
08/18/2026

Join us for an evening of celebrating 150 of Women Empowering Women as you enjoy live music, signature cocktails (including "Raise the Roof!"), a three-course dinner, and a silent auction - all in the splendor of the Maritime Ballroom.

In addition, we will debut three new awards:

-The Kate Tannatt Woods Award: The Woman’s Friend Society was founded following a call to action in 1875 by Kate Tannatt Woods, a Salem schoolteacher and representative of the Moral Education Society of Boston, who sought to promote the “moral elevation of women.”

Inspired by her legacy and the mission of the Woman’s Friend Society, this award is for a woman who demonstrates exceptional dedication to supporting those in need.
Recipient: Rachel Lutts - President, Samaritan Charitable Society of Salem

-The Jennie Emmerton Award: In the spirit of Jennie Emmerton, the 19th-century philanthropist who donated Emmerton House to the Woman's Friend Society, this award is for a woman who truly embodies her legacy of generosity, compassion, and dedication to community.
Recipient: Felicia Pierce - Chief Executive Officer for North Shore CDC

-The Emmerton House Award: An individual who you believe has made a meaningful impact on the residents of Emmerton House.
Recipient: To be announced at the Gala!

150 Years in the Making ! The Woman's Friend Society Gala -Updated Invite
08/18/2026

150 Years in the Making ! The Woman's Friend Society Gala -Updated Invite

September 11, 2026 at 6PM EST

07/16/2026

You're invited: Woman's Friend Society Inaugural Member's Monthly Mingle!!

Aug 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

WFS Garden Committee has completed the seasonal preparations for the Emmerton House gardens. The grounds are now fully r...
06/06/2026

WFS Garden Committee has completed the seasonal preparations for the Emmerton House gardens. The grounds are now fully ready for the summer.

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12 Hawthorne Boulevard
Salem, MA
01970

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+19787442137

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