The mission of the Women’s Caucus for Art is to create community through art, education, and social activism.
Summer Gathering: The Women’s Caucus for Art (WCA)
Friday, July 10 – Saturday, July 11, 2026
Join WCA for a free two-day exploration as we dive into what independence really means for women’s history, art, and bodily autonomy. All are welcome!
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, WCA is planning an “Independence for Whom? Summer Gathering”—a two-day program designed to examine the meaning of independence through the lens of women’s history, artistic expression, and bodily autonomy.
This gathering will engage artists, scholars, and community members in panels and workshops, culminating in the art reception for “Independence for Whom?” at the historic Workhouse Arts Center—a former prison that once confined suffragists demanding the right to vote.
Panels & Workshops @ George Mason University School of Art, Fairfax, VA
4515 Patriot Circle |Fairfax, VA 22030
Free | Registration required via Eventbrite
Exhibition Reception @ Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA
Saturday, July 11 Evening | Workhouse Art Center
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Free & Open to the Public
Questions? Contact Sandra Davis at sandra.davis@nationalwca.org
We Are Committed To:
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Recognizing the contributions of women in the arts
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Providing women with leadership opportunities and professional development
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Expanding networking and exhibition opportunities for women
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Supporting local, national, and global art activism
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Advocating for equity in the arts for all
From Our Members
As a WCADC member, I am committed to...
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bringing more members on board and reaching out to more artists
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supporting others, challenging one another, expanding opportunity, bringing others along, and setting expectations
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doing what I can to help steer artists who are, strengthening us and expanding membership.
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supporting WCA and its mission in supporting this chapter and keeping it alive, as I have for decades of my life
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creating community, emphasizing exploration, acceptance, and kindness
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communicating directly, openly, uplifting other artists in this organization, sharing info, and never gatekeeping.
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making others feel welcome and supported
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helping individuals become familiar with the organization, being supportive, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment.
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accepting and supporting other artists, and being positive.
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participating fully with my mind, talents, heart, and being present in my participation by upholding the values of the organization.
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listening, learning, and sharing my skills and resources with WCA, building friendships, and improving my work.
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sharing my knowledge, supporting other artists, volunteering, and slowly taking on responsibility
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highlighting others' work and supporting their efforts
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support all other artists in their journey and be a positive presence.
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being both an organizer and a cheerleader, and offering my ideas and resources in tandem with others, while honoring my capacities.
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staying connected with members and supporting the organization's mission and growth.
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getting involved, supporting the organization, and advancing women's art.
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learning about the organization and expanding my role within it.