International Women's Day 2025
Attendees at the International Women's Day 2024 morning tea. Image: QVMAG.
International Women’s Day 2025 focuses on accelerating action for gender equality, and QVMAG has curated an inspiring programme of workshops to celebrate this empowering theme.
The Object Gallery at the Museum at Inveresk will be transformed into a dynamic, participatory art space where two collaborative works will take shape: a large canvas woven with personal stories and a growing collection of clay figurines forming a community-built installation.
As part of the celebrations, 5 inspiring members of the Antarctic Women’s Network will lead an engaging discussion on working as a female in the harsh yet beautiful landscape of Antarctica.
Throughout the program, local artists and QVMAG staff will lead workshops and drop-in sessions, filling the Object Gallery with creativity and conversation. At other times, the space will remain open for visitors to observe the artwork’s progress, reflect quietly, or engage in meaningful discussions.
The IWD2025 celebrations will conclude with a free morning tea event on Friday, 7 March — an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and be empowered to accelerate action for gender equality. The Object Gallery will also remain open until 16 March, showcasing the Shaping Femininity progressive community artwork—a powerful display of creativity and collaboration.
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Artworks from the IWD24 workshop series. Image: QVMAG.
Join us for one or more of our inspiring, free art workshops—where creativity and storytelling blend to create a large collaborative canvas.
Noted local artists Katie Barron, Manuela Pilz, and Daria Andrews, and sensorimotor art therapist Sarah Poulton will each lead sessions and guide you in experimenting with a variety of artistic techniques. As you create your artistic contribution, you’ll be invited to share personal and family stories, weaving them into the fabric of the artwork itself.
To mark the conclusion of our International Women’s Day workshops, participants will have the opportunity to take home a small piece of the canvas—a cherished keepsake of this shared creative journey.
Please select your session from the drop-down options in the booking pop-up window.
Female clay figurines created for the IWD2025 Shaping Femininity workshops. Image: QVMAG.
Experience a blend of hands-on workshops and relaxed drop-in sessions, where you'll help create a powerful installation of female figures made from clay.
As we strive for gender equality today, this activity serves as a reminder of the enduring narrative surrounding women. It celebrates the strength and significance of femininity throughout history and its relevance in contemporary society.
Participants will engage in a meaningful exploration of these themes, contributing to a collective story that honours the past while looking to the future.
Please select your session from the drop-down options in the booking pop-up window.
Dr. Jennie Whinam of the Antarctic Women's Network, pictured in Antarctica. Image: supplied.
Be inspired by a panel of trailblazing women in science as they share insights into their work in one of the most remote regions on Earth.
Join us at the Museum at Inveresk for an after-hours exclusive, and discover the fascinating and inspiring stories of women working in the extreme and remote environments of Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic.
Hear from Karen Rees, Dr Miranda Nieboer, Dr Jennie Whinam, Sara Pearce, and Lara Colrain as they discuss their roles across a wide range of fields - from engineering and science to heritage conservation - each offering unique challenges and opportunities for innovation.
These inspiring women are eager to motivate you to follow in their footsteps—after all, a woman’s place is in Antarctica!
Reserve your spot for this free talk below.
Attendees at the International Women's Day 2024 morning tea at the Museum at Inveresk. Image: QVMAG.
Join us for a free morning tea and the unveiling of the progressive artworks—a moment to celebrate our achievements, reflect on our journey, and be empowered to accelerate action for gender equality.