Women's Art Museum of Canada

Peaks by Henrietta Hancock Britton. Raised in Brandon, Manitoba, Henrietta lived and worked in several Canadian provinces, including Ontario and Nova Scotia. A must see at the museum. https ://wamsoc.ca #yeg #womenartist

I was very happy to meet a class from the Edmonton Christian West school today. Quite a few liked this work by Edmonton artist, Glenys Switzer, which is titled No Matches in Micro-resistance: every mark a defiance. #womenartists #yeg

Want to make Artist Trading Cards? Every last Thursday of every month, we will be hosting an ATC workshop so you can make your own card and trade with friends! Join us on April 23, 2026 from 5 pm to 6 pm at the museum! #arthistory #art #museums #womenartists #yeg

Come see our new exhibition! It's called Micro-resistance! We are open from 11 am to 6 pm Wednesday to Friday. Admission is free!

WAM will be present at the Cabane à sucre event at École J.H. Picard this Saturday! The event is from 1 pm to 3:30 pm. Join us in the festivities! #arthistory #art #museums #womenartists #yeg

Today is the first day of our new exhibition: "Micro-Resistance"! See the new works on display! We are open Wednesday to Friday, 11 am to 6 pm. Admission is free! Image: "Self-Portrait with Cat" by Ellen Lyons circa 1975 #arthistory #art #museums #womenartists #yeg

We're offering Artist Trading Card workshops monthly, starting April 23, 2026, from 5 pm to 6 pm Create small, collectible art cards using any medium, then trade them with others. This fun, easy activity sparks creativity and artistic exchange for all ages. Admission is free!

Happy International Women's Day! This year's theme is #GiveToGain. By showing our support, we can help women to thrive and overcome inequality. Join us in embracing the #GiveToGain spirit by supporting the women in your life and helping to end gender discrimination. #IWD2026

March 8 is International Women's Day! This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Status of Women in Canada, now the Department for Women and Gender Equality. We recognize this important milestone and hope to continue fighting for women's equality in Canada! #IWD2026 #march8

Le Musée d'art de la femme du Canada reconnaît la campagne de la Journée internationale des droits des femmes. Nous sommes ravis de voir l'accent mis sur la place des femmes dans divers domaines. #Desvoixquiinspirent

The month of March is Month of La Francophonie! As members of the Francophone community, WAM is joining in celebrating the rich culture, history and identity! #museums #womenartists #yeg #moisdelafrancophonie

We are working to bring you the next exhibition! During this time of transition, the museum will remain open during our regular hours as we gradually out up the new artworks and labels. We are open Wednesday Thursday and Friday from 11 am to 6 pm. Admission is free!

Last chance to see our exhibit dedicated to telling the stories of Inuit women. Each work carries its own distinct style and story, inviting you to slow down, look closely and connect with the world it represents. Conversations runs through February 28—there’s still time to see!

Our Inuit art exhibition Conversations is up until February 28. Come and see these amazing works by women Inuit artists! Visitors have been captivated by the show’s originality—Hayley R. called the prints “amazing,” and Catherine and friends summed it up perfectly: “So pretty!”

Owl prints by influential Inuk artist Kenojuak Ashevak #WomensArt #BirdArtWeek

Composition #8 by Lucy Meeko Limited edition lithograph print, #10/45, 49.5 x 62.5 cm, 1973

Conversations runs through February 28—there’s still time to experience it! This exhibition brings together thirteen striking Inuit prints from Cape Dorset, Holman, Baker Lake and Kuujjuaraapik (Northern Quebec). Visit the museum before February 28 to see these incredible works!

We are open for the third day of the Flying Canoë Volant Festival from 1 pm to 9 pm. We are hosting art activities at the Kids' Corner today from 6 pm to 8 pm! Come and learn to create your own Artist Trading Cards and Inuit style stencil prints! #flyingcanoevolant #museum #yeg

We are open for day two of the Flying Canoë Volant Festival from 1 pm to 8 pm! We are hosting art activities at the Kids' Corner on January 30 and 31 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Learn to make Artist Trading Cards and Inuit inspired stencil prints! #flyingcanoevolant #museums #womenartists

We are open until 9pm for the first day of the Flying Canoë Volant Festival! Come and enjoy our feature exhibition on Inuit prints. We will be hosting art activities for the Kids' Corner on January 30 and 31 from 6 pm to 8 pm #flyingcanoevolant #yeg #womensart #museum