Freedom Over Texas, Houston's largest 4th of July event, is seeking volunteers for roles such as greeting guests and assisting at booths during the celebration at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks.

Here are 14 trailblazing women who left a lasting mark on Houston and beyond. Their stories are inspiring and deserve recognition. #HoustonHistory #TrailblazingWomen #Inspiration #WomensHistoryMonth

Here we highlight the lives and legacies of 14 trailblazing Houston women whose names and stories you might not have learned about in school — but who nonetheless left a lasting mark on Houston and beyond.