An exhibition on the role of women in the First and Second World Wars is on display at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery until November 20th. 

The First and Second World Wars brought enormous changes to Canadian women’s lives, and women held critical and often dangerous roles. The travelling exhibition World War Women, organized by the Canadian War Museum, explores the challenges women faced during two world wars, examines the choices they made, and highlights objects that tell their stories. Delve into the many roles that women played in these major global conflicts. Their stories of strength, heroism and ingenuity continue to be inspiring. 

As a complement to the travelling exhibit, the MAG has on display a case that highlights “Red Deer’s World War Women”. Red Deer women had the opportunity to join the women’s division of the Army, Airforce and Navy. Local women’s and youth organizations worked tirelessly to support the troops, hospitals and those overseas. Additionally, women helped the war effort from home in various ways. Objects on display range from uniforms and clothing items to cookbooks, and containers from household goods.

The museum will be giving informal tours this  Remembrance Day and visitors will have the opportunity to  create a victory quilt patch from collaged paper to take home from 1PM to 4PM on November 11.