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History by Design: Evolving Roles of Wo/men Resources

“A museum is a school; The Artist learns to communicate; The public learns to make connections.” –Luis Camnitzer

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Evolving Roles of Wo/men

Gender roles are constantly changing. How has society responded? How has a change in women’s roles affected the role men play and vice versa?

► The Women's Suffrage Movement

The movement for women to gain the right to vote and its legacy today.

► Women who break down barriers

Women who refused to take no for an answer, shattered the glass ceiling, and stepped into roles not typically filled by women.