Our Red Aunt
Fiona Jack presents a collection of new works responding to the work and life of her Grand Aunt, prominent Scottish activist and suffragette Helen Crawfurd (née Jack).
Fiona Jack presents a collection of new works responding to the work and life of her Grand Aunt, prominent Scottish activist and suffragette Helen Crawfurd (née Jack).
Sadly this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to reschedule for later in the year.
Described as “the most interesting and inspirational mornings” by one participant, these vibrant and thoughtful monthly workshops led by poet Marjorie Lotfi Gill explore themes of journey, migration and belonging.
As requested by Creative Writing for Fearties participants, we have created space for writers to meet each other, share work in an encouraging atmosphere, support each other to hone writing skills, try out ideas and develop new projects.
Due to adverse weather conditions we will be closed on Thursday 1st March and all events that were due to take place have been cancelled.
A special knitting workshop as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Rediscover the joy of being read to at our legendary lunchtime Story Café, as we immerse ourselves in tales of life, love and longing by the best women writers from across the globe.
A conversation about making as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Conversation as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
This singing group with a difference brings together women of all ages and abilities to celebrate womanhood through the power of our collective voice.
One hundred years ago, women didn’t just tell the world they were equal: they showed it. Hosted by visual artist Helen de Main, these sessions are a chance to come together to create a banner reflecting what political participation means to us today.
Charm making as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
GWL Warm Welcome drop-in days take place on the first Saturday of every month. If you are new to GWL this is a relaxed way to find out about borrowing, volunteering, our programme and collections.
Storying Relationships and GWL are delighted to be offering creative writing workshops for young Muslim women this spring.
Meet the Seeing Things group as we spend an afternoon getting to know Glaswegian artist Jasleen Kaur!
Conversation as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Film screening as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Women have always been active campaigners, from suffragettes fighting for the right to vote to women lobbying for equal pay and opportunities. This exhibition in partnership with Dundee Women’s Festival features unique materials from Glasgow Women’s Library’s museum and archive collection, from campaigning badges to posters and zines, and tells the stories of women who have challenged the politics of their time.
The Equality in Progress team are looking for Changemakers to tackle the issue of accessibility in the Museum sector. Come to one of our informal open sessions to find out more.
First performed in 2015, March of Women celebrated the lives and achievements of Scottish women past and present. In this documentary film, hear from the women involved as they talk about the heroines they chose to represent. After the film you’ll get the chance to join the discussion and create your own suffragette-style rosette with a message for women today.
Come along to a Seeing Things trip where we will have an early celebration of International Women's Day by seeing some clips from films exploring gender roles.
Enjoy a catwalk of cultural and fusion-inspired dress and textiles, story-telling that goes to the heart, dance, music, poetry and more at this joyful celebration of cultural heritage on International Women’s Day, taking place at Saint David's Knightswood Parish Church.
Ornament making workshop as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Rediscover the joy of being read to at our legendary lunchtime Story Café, as we immerse ourselves in tales of life, love and longing by the best women writers from across the globe.
Conversation event as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Artist performances inspired by Maeve Redmond and Kaisa Lassinaro’s new ‘book title’ T-shirt range as part of the From Glasgow Women’s Library events series marking the launch of a new exclusive range of products inspired by our collections.
Spring is here: time to unwind and try something new! GWL has bitesize learning and fun on offer including scrapbooking, badge making, creative writing, film screenings and much more.
Caroline Phillips was the leader of the Aberdeen suffragettes from 1907-09 and her correspondence with WSPU leaders offers a unique insight into the suffrage campaign. This session, facilitated by Professor Sarah Pedersen of Robert Gordon University.
GWL & Fermentations podcast welcome Ruby Tandoh for an evening of conversation in celebration of her latest book Eat Up! A book about food, appetite, and eating what you want.
The battle for gender equality didn’t end with the suffragettes. The history of the fight for equality is made up of many key people and moments, from the nineteenth century to the present day. How many of them do you know? Help Glasgow Women’s Library complete the Women’s Equality Timeline, take part in the discussion and discover more about the women who fought for our future.
Rediscover the joy of being read to at our legendary lunchtime Story Café, as we immerse ourselves in tales of life, love and longing by the best women writers from across the globe.
It’s curtain up time once again for the next Act of Drama Queens: armchair drama without the stage fright.
Our supportive and encouraging writing workshops will coax seeds of creativity into a flowering window-box of words
The Equality in Progress team are looking for Changemakers to tackle the issue of accessibility in the Museum sector. Come to one of our informal open sessions to find out more.
This singing group with a difference brings together women of all ages and abilities to celebrate womanhood through the power of our collective voice.
The striking pro- and anti-Suffragette postcards from our collection provide a wealth of material to mine for creative writing gems.
One hundred years ago, women didn’t just tell the world they were equal: they showed it. Hosted by visual artist Helen de Main, these sessions are a chance to come together to create a banner reflecting what political participation means to us today.
Join the Seeing Things group to a talk by Scottish Makar Jackie Kay at the Aye Write Book Festival!
Rediscover the joy of being read to at our legendary lunchtime Story Café, as we immerse ourselves in tales of life, love and longing by the best women writers from across the globe.
Spring is here: time to unwind and try something new! GWL has bitesize learning and fun on offer including scrapbooking, badge making, creative writing, film screenings and much more.
How do women experience the process of securing, and being in, positions of power and authority in the UK? How are they treated and perceived by others once they are in those positions? Presented by Glasgow-based performance company Fire Exit, this symposium will examine these questions.
As requested by Creative Writing for Fearties participants, we have created space for writers to meet each other, share work in an encouraging atmosphere, support each other to hone writing skills, try out ideas and develop new projects.
An exhibition trip to Project Ability where we will see an exhibition of new work by three of their unique women artists: Doreen Kay, Amna Sharif and Jacqui Smyth.
Rediscover the joy of being read to at our legendary lunchtime Story Café, as we immerse ourselves in tales of life, love and longing by the best women writers from across the globe.
This singing group with a difference brings together women of all ages and abilities to celebrate womanhood through the power of our collective voice.
This reading group has as its focus books written by Muslim women or with topics of particular relevance to Muslim women today.
One hundred years ago, women didn’t just tell the world they were equal: they showed it. Hosted by visual artist Helen de Main, these sessions are a chance to come together to create a banner reflecting what political participation means to us today.