Art in the Library: Women, Peace and Power - 100 Years

In honor of the Centennial of the Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom (WILPF), WILPF Santa Cruz has partnered with the Santa Cruz Public Libraries’ “Art in the Library” series to present a colorful, engaging exhibit which explores the theme “Women, Peace & Power – 100 Years”. The installation runs from April 12 to July 12, 2015. All Events take place at the Downtown Branch of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, 224 Church St., Santa Cruz.

The exhibit explores the roles of women in changing our attitudes through art and activism. Two floors of inspirational art and information including Carolina McCall, Sara Friedlander, Myra Eastman, Diane Levin, Sarah Jane Morabito, Mary Vidnovic, Charles Berger, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh and the Guerrilla Girls.

Opening Reception • April 14 • 7-9 pm

Learn about 100 years of social change & “the most dangerous woman in America”, WILPF founder Jane Addams, -- and how WILPF continues her legacy today.

Meet the artists and the Activists • First Friday Reception • May 1 • 5:30-8 pm

Report on WILPF Congress in The Hague: Sunday May 17 • 2-5 pm

Hear stories from WILPF’s recent visit to Chicago’s Hull House & “On the Train with Jane” adventures.

WILPF members will be available to meet visitors to the installation:

• Friday June 5 • 1-4 pm
• Saturday June 13 • 2-5 pm
• Sunday June 28 • 2-5 pm

Closing ceremony for the public & press: July 5 • 2-5