A Houston Community of Learners.
Founded in 1951 by Rebecca and Dean Richardson and chartered as a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) in 1956, the Women's Institute of Houston (WIH) has served thousands of men and women searching for a community of learners in Houston. We proudly offer a variety of programs, including weekly classes, Sunday lectures, and online learning experiences. Everyone who joins our program has the opportunity to learn something new every day. Become involved at WIH and be enriched.
OUR MISSION
WIH provides a community for women and men to explore diverse academic subjects by offering classes and lectures taught by recognized leaders in their fields.
OUR VISION
WIH strives to cultivate informed, critical, and engaged citizens by connecting people who love to learn with the highest quality opportunities for continuing education and enrichment.
Board of Directors
Cindy Westheimer
PresidentMelissa Standish
Vice PresidentJane Smith
SecretaryJoyce Wilkenfeld
ParliamentarianIngrid Bond
Heidi Heller
Ginni Mithoff
Cynthia J. Brown
Chair EmeritaMarilyn Lummis
Chair EmeritaAdministration
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