Open shelves: Women in art

Turn your eyes to the female gaze and see how women have shaped the world through their art.

This display explores how feminism's paintbrush has evolved over the decades.

Discover how women artists have been kicking out against society's oppressive norms through their various modes of creative expression, as recorded in the Library's collection of art and design publications.

The display includes handmade arts and crafts made by Library staff inspired by the collections. 

About Open Shelves 

Open Shelves is a changing display of reference material in the General Reading Room. This space is dedicated to showcasing under-represented topics and provides access to the Library's collections as a source of inspiration and learning.

Please note you need to be a member of the Library to access this display. You can sign-up to become a member at George IV Bridge or on our website.