Global Feminisms at Brooklyn Museum: A Flawed Survey of Feminist Art Since 1990

The Brooklyn Museum of Art hosted the exhibition 'Global Feminisms: New Directions in Contemporary Art' from March 23 to July 1, 2007. Curated by Linda Nochlin and Maura Reilly, the event showcased the works of 90 women artists from 50 different nations. The exhibition sought to explore the global expansion of feminism since 1990 and the progression of feminist art. Following the launch of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art and the 'Wack! Art and the Feminist Revolution' exhibit, it faced criticism for not meeting expectations. Organized around four themes—'Life Cycles,' 'Identity,' 'Politics,' and 'Emotions'—the show primarily highlighted 1990s artists, overshadowing earlier discussions, yet it effectively presented a diverse array of female talent worldwide.