Holiday Hours

Friday 13th – Sunday 15th December 10:00 – 16:00. We’re then closed for the holidays and re-opening on Friday January 10th. Then Fridays to Sundays 11:00 – 16:00. If you want to visit out of hours, particularly for a group visit, contact us hello@hundredheroines.org.

Current Exhibition: Based on a True Story

Based on a True Story uses photography to offer a glimpse into life in conflict zones from three Iranian and Afghan women photographers who draw inspiration from their personal experiences.

Click here to find out more.

We’re now on Bluesky!

And we’re loving it!  Come and find us via the link below and let us know you’re there so we can follow you back.

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Celebrating Women in Photography Today – Together

Hundred Heroines is a unique contemporary museum and gallery dedicated to women in photography. We also have a comprehensive catalogue of online material, freely accessible.

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5th December 2024

December Art Chat

Saturday 14th December - December's Art Chat looks at our display of objects and books about how art can be used as a weapon against male violence. It will be a very informal conversation over coffee exploring how different artists have addressed the subject.
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24th November 2024

16 Days of Activism Book List 2024

A book recommendation a day for the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Lobby your library to stock these books.
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15th November 2024

Greetings From Australia

Volunteer Paula Vellet has been visiting Australia and sending us her recommendations and reflections about all things women in photography.
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9th November 2024

Ana Mendieta

Born 18th November 1948. Ana Mendieta was a Cuban-American performance artist, filmmaker, sculptor, and painter known for her ‘earth-body’ artwork.
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9th November 2024

Amelia Elizabeth Guppy

Born 21st November 1808. Amelia Elizabeth Guppy was a pioneering photographer often remembered for her adventurous spirit and passion for studying orchids.
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29th October 2024

Alice Hughes

Alice Hughes (1857-1939) was a renowned studio portraitist based in London during the later years of the nineteenth century. She worked primarily in her Gower Street studio, which employed over fifty assistants and process workers at one time - all women.
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