The museum is brimming with artwork by and about women who thrived as professionals and influencers despite social norms that denounced such public, “unfeminine” behavior. Discover a diverse cast of fierce women who refused to let men define their place; thumbed their noses at the limited roles society accorded them; and blazed a trail as artists, activists, and innovators—proving that fierce gets the job done.
This unconventional, edgy, and fast-paced tour is fun, fearless, and free. Part of our monthly free Community Day.
RESERVATIONS:
Not required, but space is limited. First come, first served; sign up at the Information Desk upon arrival. Tour departs from the Great Hall.
Image: Lavinia Fontana, Portrait of a Noblewoman, ca. 1580; Oil on canvas, 45 1/4 x 35 1/4 in.; National Museum of Women in the Arts, Gift of Wallace and Wilhelmina Holladay; Funding for the frame generously provided by the Texas State Committee; Photo by Lee Stalsworth