Coventry Women Through History: Legacy, Impact and Change
Wednesday 28 October 2026 | 10:30am - 3pm
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28 October 2026 10.30am – 3.00pm
A special day celebrating some of the women who have shaped Coventry and influenced the wider world.
Drop in | Included with admission | Available across the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum and Coventry Transport Museum
Join us for a special day celebrating some of the women who have shaped Coventry and influenced the wider world.
Discover inspiring stories from across the centuries, from historical figures and local pioneers to artists, campaigners and influential women in 1980s music.
Coventry Transport Museum
• Guided tours on Women’s history
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
• Guided tours on Women’s history: Stories of women in industry, community life and social change
• Object handling
• Costume corner: Try on one of our costumes and take a selfie
• Learn about: Influential women in the music scene.
Historic photographs and documents have been provided by Coventry Archives.
Selected original materials will be displayed alongside copies and interpretation panels throughout the event.
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