Glasgow Women's Library
15 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G3 7BW
Scotland
Website
Telephone
0141 248 9969
Glasgow Women's Library is a provider of information by and about women. It is a popular meeting place for women and its creative, supportive environment acts as a catalyst for projects, friendships and laughter.
Venue Type:
Library, Archive, Museum
15 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G3 7BW
Scotland
Website
Telephone
0141 248 9969
Please note: With the Library preparing for relocation to the Mitchell Library, access to the collection will be limited over the next year.
What will you find at the Library?
The Library collection comprises information broadly in the following sections: reference, reports, work, education, politics, feminist theory, history, violence against women, abuse, pornography issues, prostitution, lesbian lives and cultures, young women, women of colour, women in global contexts, myth, goddesses and religion, travel, peace and war, sport, fiction, poetry, literary theory, autobiographies and biographies, drama, art, architecture and older women.
Collection details
Architecture, Law and Order, Literature, Religion, Social History, Weapons and War, World Cultures
15 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G3 7BW
Scotland
Website
Telephone
0141 248 9969
Lesbian Lives: Stories & Memories from Russia & Poland
What was life like for lesbian and bisexual women in Soviet Russia? How have public images of homosexuality changed in post-communist Poland? Does geographic location matter, when sexuality and gender are concerned?
To find out more and share your thoughts, join us at this LGBT History Month event. Open to all those interested in the subject regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background or political views. The evening will feature talks by Francesca Stella and Elwira Grossman, followed by discussion and refreshments.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
5:30-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
LGBT History Month Open Day at GWL
Are you a young lesbian or bi-sexual woman interested in finding out more about the pioneers of the LGBT movement? We are looking to recruit volunteers for the National Lesbian Archive based at the Library and we need you!
The event is being held as part of LGBT History Month and is a partnership between GWL and LGBT Youth, specifically the Rainbow Sisters group who will be co-facilitating.
Please feel free to pop in any time between 10am and 3pm on Saturday 18th February. It would be preferable if you let us know in advance if you plan on attending. Click here to register your interest.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- Not suitable for children
When
10am-3pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
Film Screening: Bol
Split over 2 sessions, Bol is the story of a family based in the heart of Lahore, and a girl who challenges the mindset which considers women no more than machines to produce children.
A rollercoaster of emotions that takes you through a journey into the life of this family, experiencing their troubles, sufferings, high points and resolutions. Film is Urdu with English subtitles.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
Languages
- Urdu
When
1-3pm
Where
Pollokshields Development Agency, 15 Kenmure Street, Glasgow G41 2NT
Admission
Free (booking required)
Website
Film Screening: Bol
Split over 2 sessions, Bol is the story of a family based in the heart of Lahore, and a girl who challenges the mindset which considers women no more than machines to produce children.
A rollercoaster of emotions that takes you through a journey into the life of this family, experiencing their troubles, sufferings, high points and resolutions. Film is Urdu with English subtitles.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
Languages
- Urdu
When
1-3pm
Where
Pollokshields Development Agency, 15 Kenmure Street, Glasgow G41 2NT
Admission
Free (booking required)
Website
She Settles in the Shields
GWL Publication ‘She Settles in the Shields’ tells the story of women who travelled to Pollokshields from all over the world, in search of a new life. Told in their words, the women reveal their experiences of life in their traditional homelands, together with their reasons for leaving, their arrival, first impressions of Scotland and Pollokshields.
The feelings of isolation which accompanied migration, and their encounters with work, study and the local community. It also provides and intimate insight into family, intergenerational differences, and, on a lighter note, of food, fashion, relaxation and celebration. Come along to this publication launch. Refreshments provided.
Suitable for
- Any age
Languages
- Urdu
- Punjabi
When
12:30-3pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
£3 (free concessions available)
Website
Mapping Monuments to Women
All over Scotland there are many types of memorials, large and small, commemorating the lives and achievements of women. The stories behind some names are well known; others have been forgotten. All the women have contributed in some way to the life of the country we know today.
On Saturday 10th March, we want women across Scotland to go out and find the monuments, landmarks, street names and buildings that mark the lives and achievements of women (whether famous, humble or notorious) who have helped to shape Scotland. You can then do this at any time through the Women of Scotland website.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
9am-9pm
Where
Scotland Wide
Admission
Free
Website
West End Women's Heritage Walk
Back by popular demand, this pioneering women’s heritage walk, developed by women historians at GWL, reveals a hidden history of the West End: from pipe-smoking forewomen to revolting schoolmistresses. An intriguing, inspiring insight into the hitherto unsung women who made the West End. Meeting details will be given when booking.
Walks lasts approximately 2 hours, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Contact the library for accessibility info.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2-4pm
Where
Glasgow's West End
Admission
£7.50
Website
A ‘Twenty Years of Changing Minds’ GWL Anniversary Event
The first of our anniversary events in 2012 will be the launch of new art and writings commissioned by GWL. We have commissioned twenty of Scotland’s foremost women printmakers, artists and twenty writers to make new work inspired by our unique collections. This event will include readings from three of the participating, best-selling writers, Anne Donovan, Margaret Elphinstone and Karen Campbell.
Be the first to see and hear wonderful, exciting and fresh creations inspired by your favourite Women’s Library, and meet some of the creators! Some of the treasures from our collection that have inspired the work will also be on display. Refreshments will be provided. Supported by Creative Scotland and Museums Galleries Scotland.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
5:30-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
£3.50 (free concessions available)
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/twenty-years-event-march-12/
Women Make History: The Curious Project
Continuing our popular workshops on women’s history and in conjunction with St Mungo’s Museum, we are running the exciting Curious learning programme designed to increase cultural understanding and celebrate the diverse populations of Glasgow.
You will use museum objects to actively explore your own culture, consider other cultures and develop skills and confidence to engage with people from different cultural backgrounds.
The Curious learning programme is designed to increase cultural understanding and to celebrate the diverse populations of Glasgow ahead of the 2012 Olympics and 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
10am-3pm
Where
Sy Mungo's Museum, Glasgow
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-workshop-curious-project/
Be Inspired: Reading for Wellbeing
Throughout April we are promoting books that make you feel great! Launching an inspiring collection of fiction and poetry books specially chosen with your wellbeing in mind.
Come along to the launch event and browse the collection, meet some of the women involved in selecting the books, and pick up a free reading diary to keep track of your own reading journey.
This event is for women only.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- 14-15
When
2-3:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free but booking required
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
Women Make History: Women and Munitions
Capturing daughters’ memories of their pioneering mothers.
The Library has evocative materials recording the history of women’s work in the First World War munitions factories. We are inviting anyone who has memories of their female relatives involvement in this vital work to share their memories and we will capture these for the GWL archive.
There will also be some fabulous footage of women working in munitions presented by Scottish Screen at this session.
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
- 14-15
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
£3 (free concessions available)
Website
Hidden Gems of Garnethill
Join this Women Make History Heritage Walk in Garnethill spotlighting the women who pioneered European art movements, designed the banners for suffragette processions, created the first (and only) women’s library in Scotland and made Garnethill into the most exciting cultural and multicultural hotspot in Glasgow.
Walks lasts approximately 2 hours, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Contact the library for accessibility info.
Suitable for
- 18+
- 16-17
- Any age
When
2-4pm
Where
Garnethill, Glasgow
Admission
£7.50
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/hidden-gems-of-garnethill/
World Book Night at Glasgow Women's Library
Celebrate the joy of reading with us on World Book Night. Started in 2011, World Book Night is the most far-reaching and ambitious celebration of adult reading ever seen in the UK, connecting readers with a million free books.
Following a successful launch in 2011 featured on the BBC Culture Show, Glasgow Women’s Library is pleased to host another fun and friendly event, which will include the launch of our Women Leading Through Reading Project.
Why not come along and pick up your free book and enjoy some tea, cake and chat amongst the library stacks. Best to let us know if you are planning to come along as we expect it to be busy!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
5:30-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
BME Film Group: Arranged
Broaden your cinematic horizons with our programme of free, monthly, women-only BME film screenings.
Arranged is based on a true story, this charming and original romantic comedy focuses on two young New York women with a lot more in common than meets the eye. A funny, moving and insightful tale about Rochel, an Orthodox Jew, and Nasira, a Muslim woman, and how friendship can blossom in the most unlikely of places.
Suitable for
- 14-15
- 16-17
- 18+
When
11:30am-2pm
Where
Muslim Women's Resource Centre, Network House, 311 Calder Street, Glasgow, G42 7NQ
Admission
Free but booking required
Website
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
Hysterical Women & Graphic Grrrlz
Continuing our popular Women Make History workshops with an illustrated talk on the history of graphic novels and zines by women.
The comix and graphic novels scene was traditionally dominated by men, but women began seriously challenging this in the 1970s and we are now seeing more and more women authors. Join Heather Middleton, Glasgow based illustrator and zine-maker for a talk about this diverse range of fascinating, challenging and very funny graphic novels and commix from the 1970s to the present day.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
£3 (free)
Website
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Women of the Glasgow Necropolis
Experience this fantastic women’s history walking tour that digs the dirt on Victorian society, unearths women’s achievements and exhumes the history of some of the women buried in the Glasgow Necropolis.
Full details of meeting point will be given at the time of booking. Walks lasts approximately 2 hours, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Contact the library for accessibility info.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
1-3pm
Where
Glasgow Necropolis
Admission
£7.50
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
Women Make History: East End Detectives
Would you be interested in becoming a Women’s History Detective? Are you interested in unearthing and highlighting the achievements of women? We are looking for women to help us research two new Women’s Heritage Walks: one in the East End of Glasgow, the other capturing women’s involvement in and contributions to trade unions in the city. We are also looking for women to do reseach from home. If you are interested in either of these areas please contact the library.
These weekly informal sessions suitable for any level and supported by GWL staff looking into this rich area of women’s history in Glasgow’s East End. Are you interested in finding our more about the women who worked in the Templeton factory, Suffragettes who were held in Duke Street Prison, or maybe the woman who set up the Barras!
Suitable for
- 16-17
- 18+
When
6-7:30pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library, 15 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7BW
Admission
Free
Website
http://womenslibrary.org.uk/event/wmh-east-end-detectives/2012-04-17/
Unwind with a Book
Glasgow’s first women-only Get Into Reading group is coming this spring. Bring your packed lunch along to our weekly group to share stories, books and poems in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a reader, a non-reader, or simply would like some time and space to relax over lunch time, all ages are welcome. Read aloud if you are in the mood, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the stories.
This group will run weekly on a Thursday, if you would like to come along please register with the Library or pop in and see us one Thursday between 12pm and 2pm.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12-2pm
Where
Glasgow Women's Library
Admission
Free
Website
15 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G3 7BW
Scotland
Website
Telephone
0141 248 9969
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