Welcome to the
Hundred Heroines Museum

Contemporary gallery and museum dedicated to women in photography. We have a vibrant space for exhibitions and events that prompt important conversations and inspire action.

Unit 19, Nailsworth Mills, Avening Road, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, GL6 0BS

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11:00 – 16:00 Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays.
Other times by arrangement – email hello@hundredheroines.org

March 2025

Women’s History Month

1st March each year marks the start of Women’s History month. This year, we’re celebrating with an exciting new museum display, a programme of events and new online resources, particularly for young people.

Current Exhibition

Based on a True Story

A visionary exploration of female resilience. Featuring three award-winning photographers from Iran and Afghanistan: Gohar Dashti, Fatimah  Hossaini and Maryam Furizi.

The Big Reveal

From SCOBY to Artwork

On International Women’s Day, we unveiled a new artwork that concludes Chapter 3 of  the Feminist Project for the Rural Arts.

What’s On in March

Events

Check out our events programme for March and discover the role women have played in the history of photography.

Please note many of this month’s events take place offsite.

International Women’s Day

Celebrate with us

We’re celebrating International Women’s Day with a new museum display, collectively curated and produced by our volunteers.

Latest Posts

Woman with brown curly hair, smiling wearing a yellow jumper.Front PageHistorical HeroinesHPBlogLHBlog
18th March 2025

Claire Aho

Known as ‘the Grand Old Lady of Finnish Photography’, Claire Aho was a pioneer of editorial photography recognised for her innovative use of colour techniques
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18th March 2025

Yvonne Gregory

Yvonne Gregory (1889–1970) was a society photographer who captured the presence and exuberance of society figures and theatrical stars
Front PageHistorical HeroinesHPBlogLHBlog
18th March 2025

Birgit Jürgenssen

Birgit Jürgenssen (1949 - 2003) was an Austrian artist of the feminist avant-garde
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2nd March 2025

Exhibition: Nostalgia and Anemoia

Exhibition: Nostalgia and Anemoia at Museum in the Park, Stroud. Photography from young people in response to an open call.
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15th January 2025

Exhibitions to see in 2025

A round-up of exhibitions around the globe to see in 2025.  Our micro-volunteers have been busy surfing the net for exhibitions from women photographers (and sometimes non-photographic exhibitions that look interesting!).
Balenciaga model © Estate of Madame d'Ora, Museum for Art and Crafts HamburgFront PageHistorical HeroinesHPBlogLHBlogListicle
4th March 2024

5 Historical Heroines born in March

Here are five pioneering women in photography to celebrate in the month of March - from Jane Bown CBE to Běla Kolářová.

Support Us

Donate

Only with the support of donations will we be able to continue our mission: connecting the public with the work of incredible women. Your money will go towards events, exhibitions and running Bootcamp.

Volunteer

Like all charities, Hundred Heroines can only survive with the support of volunteers. From writing content for our site to being our biggest advocates, find out how you can become an essential part of Hundred Heroines.

Spread the Word

Sharing our impressive resources, events and updates helps us towards our goal of greater acknowledgment of women photographers. So tweet, like and follow!