This pin is a tribute to the first.

The Mary Eliza Mahoney Legacy Lapel Pin honors the first professionally trained Black nurse in the United States — a woman whose determination, dignity, and excellence transformed the future of nursing forever.

Each pin represents courage, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equity in nursing. It serves as a daily reminder of the barriers Mary Eliza Mahoney broke and the legacy she left for generations of Black nurses to follow.

When you wear this pin, you carry her story and her spirit with you — a visible symbol of gratitude for the path she created and the strength we continue to embody today.

Perfect for your name badge, clothing, hat, or tote, this pin is mounted on a custom BNW display card and package with care. 

🖤 Why You’ll Love It
• A timeless piece honoring the first professionally trained Black nurse
• A powerful emblem of courage, grace, and excellence
• Packaged carefully and shipped discreetly for safety of delivery
• A perfect companion to the BNW Logo Pin — together they tell the full story of Black nursing legacy

✨ Free U.S. Shipping • Ships within 3–5 business days

Image enlarged to show detail. Actual size 19.05x14.3mm.

When you wear this pin, you’re not just celebrating history — you’re ensuring that the name Mary Eliza Mahoney is remembered, spoken, and honored every time you walk into a room.