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Preserving the Present
What do a running shoe, a set of badges and a Pussyhat have in common? They’re all Rapid Response additions to our museum collection!
East End Women’s Heritage Walk
This tour focuses on some of the achievements and struggles of the resourceful and industrious women of Bridgeton and Calton, and explores the radical nature of the area which gave birth to them.
Herland Salon at Edinburgh International Book Festival
An Edinburgh International Book Festival special Herland by GWL!
Seeing Things: Edinburgh Art Festival ‘Platform’ Exhibition AND Edinburgh International Book Festival, Maria Popova with Tania Kovats, ‘Making Waves in the World’
Do you want to discover some new artists at Edinburgh Art Festival AND experience the world-famous Edinburgh International Book Festival in one trip? Well, we’ve got you covered!
Women Make Heritage!
Working with artists Rachel Mimiec and Fiona Dean, East Dunbartonshire Women’s History Group have explored local women’s stories, creating unique shawl designs. This exhibition gives us a glimpse into women’s work including weaving, spinning, mining, leadership and philanthropy, accompanied by portraits of the women as researchers and designers.
Take Over Tent for Revolting Women
The Take Over Tent for Revolting Women (created in honour of militants and mavericks from 1918-2018) will be popping up at Edinburgh International Book Festival with the intention of making feminist waves whilst providing an inspirational oasis for writers, readers of all ages and groups including many making their first Festival foray.
Autumn Programme Launch
Save the date for our Autumn Programme Launch! There’s new exhibitions to see, tours to be had and tea to be drunk.
Suffragette Heritage Trails for Glasgow
Become a GWL Women’s History Detective and help create a lasting legacy celebrating women who changed our world.
Women Make Heritage! Exhibition Launch
Working with artists Rachel Mimiec and Fiona Dean, East Dunbartonshire Women’s History Group have explored local women’s stories, creating unique shawl designs. This exhibition gives us a glimpse into women’s work including weaving, spinning, mining, leadership and philanthropy, accompanied by portraits of the women as researchers and designers.
Take Over Tent for Revolting Women
The Take Over Tent for Revolting Women (created in honour of militants and mavericks from 1918-2018) will be popping up at Edinburgh International Book Festival with the intention of making feminist waves whilst providing an inspirational oasis for writers, readers of all ages and groups including many making their first Festival foray.