The Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach has opened two concurrent exhibitions dedicated to women artists. 'Women of the Norton' showcases over 70 works from the museum's permanent collection, while 'Women of the Norton: The 21st Century' focuses on contemporary acquisitions, featuring artists like Amy Sherald and Mickalene Thomas.
These exhibitions directly address the historical underrepresentation of women in museum collections and public display. By highlighting both historical and living artists, the Norton is making a public commitment to correcting the gender imbalance in the art historical canon and providing greater visibility for women's contributions.