Art History Lecture Series - Venus through the Feminist Lens
Schedule
Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture | Spokane, WA
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Art History Lecture SeriesSunday, March 8, 2026
2:00 pm
MAC Auditorium
Cost: Suggested $10 donation, registration not required
In this 4-lecture series, Dr. Shimizu looks how images of Venus and her legacy has shaped ideals of beauty, love, and woman hood across centuries of art.
March 8 - Venus through the Feminist Lens
Historically, Venus represented the ideal woman as beautiful, fertile, and good. This lecture will take a look at feminist artists who, in response, appropriated the figure of Venus - and Botticelii's version of it - to challenge traditional and contemporary cultural standards.
Image: Hannah Wilke, Venus Pareve, 1982-84. Sculpture.
About the Program: Dr. Meredith Shimizu, Professor of Art History at Whitworth University, transports us across time and space in this lively lecture series at the MAC. These lectures delve into the significance of various art movements, key artists, and provide an understanding of the art's impact on society and history. Only one hour long, they are great for art enthusiasts, students, and life-long learners to deepen your appreciation and knowledge of art.
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Where is it happening?
The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W 1st Ave,Spokane, Washington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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