FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 1, 2026
Museum of Motherhood Activates Community Through Arts, Advocacy, and Education This Spring – March is Women’s Herstory Month!
Contact: Barbara Lynch | Museum of Motherhood | ambassadorbarb@gmail.com
Follow @MuseumofMotherhood on Instagram and Facebook.
March 5 – 10 with a Spotlight on Diverse Voices: Reel Equals International Film Festival Shines in Sarasota in a community collaboration with the Museum of Motherhood and the internationally recognized educational & arts conference with two decades of impact. In person and streaming: ThroughWomensEyes.org.
March 27-29The Annual International Academic and Arts MoM Conference 2026 in partnership at USF, St Pete features panels and presentations focused on reproductive identities, maternal experiences, and the intersections of motherhood with art, policy, healthcare, education, and social justice. Offered both in person and online, the conference is designed to be academically rigorous while remaining accessible to students, professionals, and community members alike. Open to the community with advance registration: JourMS.org
The Museum of Motherhood (MoM) maintains a robust calendar of exhibitions, public programs, conferences, and partnerships that continues to deepen our role as a vibrant, community-centered, educational and cultural institution. Together we explore m/otherhood as a social, cultural & artistic force. Learn more at MOMmuseum.org.
NEW EXHIBIT: Mapping Resilience- Stories of Young Motherhood
When: April 6 – 26, 2026
Where: Gallery at the Museum of Motherhood 2606 Fairfield Ave S in The Factory Building 7 St Pete
Official Opening Reception April 10th 7-9:30PM (Stakeholder Day): Please join us by donating to MoM and Healthy Start. Stories and results from the researchers and the mothers themselves with refreshments, presentations and conversation. This will be followed by Second Saturday Art Walk April 11 5-9PM. Join Us!
Objective Young moms in Hillsborough County were asked to draw journey maps and accompany them with photos (photovoice) to share their story and participate in a novel method that prioritized uninterrupted narratives/storytelling.
How: The exhibit includes the hand-drawn journey maps from ten moms and their accompanied photos, as well as an interactive audio portion where participants can scan QR codes and listen to some portions of their story.
Activities include: A table with “letters and advice for young moms” allowing visitors to write letters to young moms, which can then be distributed by Healthy Start/Healthy Families home visitors.
INFO@MOMmuseum.org l MOMmuseum.org I 877-711-MOMS (6667)
Through Her Eyes Film Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 12, 2026
Museum of Motherhood Activates Community Through Arts, Advocacy, and Education This Spring
This spring, MoM will be visible in partnership with a Spotlight on Diverse Voices: Reel Equals International Film Festival Shines in Sarasota: ThroughWomensEyes.org and the internationally recognized educational & arts conference with two decades of impact.
The Museum of Motherhood (MoM) continues to deepen its role as a vibrant, community-centered educational and cultural institution, offering a robust calendar of exhibitions, public programs, conferences, and community appearances that explore motherhood as a social, cultural, and artistic force.
This spring, MoM will be visible in partnership with a Spotlight on Diverse Voices: Reel Equals International Film Festival Shines in Sarasota: ThroughWomensEyes.org
March 5 – 10 (in person and streaming)
Buy tickets here: https://twe2026.eventive.org/welcome
Opening Night Celebration, Friday, March 6 th
College of Art + Design auditorium.
Reel Equals 2026 festival themes include:
An entertaining opening night film that uses comedy to address a universal topic, human anxiety, opening a door to a mental health issue everyone knows about.
The need for diverse stories; female filmmakers from 12 countries reveal topics ranging from stand-up comedy to elephants in India, motherhood to the war in Ukraine. We examine how media portrayals shape beliefs and opportunities; films reflect and reveal how influential media is on creating the ways we talk, think, and act and underscore the need for diverse voices in visual media. Changemakers; narratives that challenge stereotypes and elevate inspiring lives are central to the festival.
About REEL EQUALS International Film Festival in Sarasota with online streaming for audiences in surrounding areas and beyond. Buy Tickets: https://twe2026.eventive.org/schedule/6924a1a22d8b60b2af41489a
In St. Petersburg is MoM’s Escape the Womb experience—an interactive, educational installation that transforms learning about birth, reproduction, and maternal health into a playful, immersive environment. Designed to spark curiosity, conversation, and critical thinking, the Escape the Womb invites participants to solve challenges while engaging with real-world topics related to reproductive education, bodily autonomy, and caregiving. The experience reflects MoM’s commitment to making complex subjects approachable, inclusive, and memorable through hands-on learning.
In March, MoM will host its Annual International Academic Conference at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus—an educational milestone grounded in more than 20 years of international scholarship and public discourse. Since its inception, the conference has convened artists, scholars, caregivers (continued)
birth workers, healthcare professionals, and policy thinkers from around the world to examine motherhood through interdisciplinary, research-based perspectives.
“We are incredibly grateful to have a home for this conference at USF St. Pete,” said Joy Rose, MoM founder. “For more than two decades, this gathering has functioned as an educational forum for critical inquiry into caregiving, equity, labor, health, and cultural expression. Hosting it here allows us to share that knowledge directly with our local community while remaining globally engaged.”
The 2026 MoM Conference will feature panels and presentations focused on reproductive identities, maternal experiences, and the intersections of motherhood with art, policy, healthcare, education, and social justice. Offered both in person and online, the conference is designed to be academically rigorous while remaining accessible to students, professionals, and community members alike.
Beyond the conference, the Museum of Motherhood hosts educational events year-round, creating ongoing opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with contemporary issues through learning, dialogue, and community collaboration. A full calendar of events is available online: https://mommuseum.org/events-2.
Learn more at MOMmuseum.org.
Contact: Barbara Lynch | Museum of Motherhood | ambassadorbarb@gmail.com
Follow @MuseumofMotherhood and @AmbassadorBarb on Instagram and Facebook.
Year End Fundraising
MoM is Tampa Bay’s first and only women’s museum. Donate what you can to keep MoM open and serving the community.
MoM is the first and only exhibition and education center devoted to the art, science, and herstory of women, m/others, and families. Our mission is to start great conversations, create thought-provoking exhibits, and cultivate community in a safe and supportive environment while informing and inspiring lives. Our 2025 initiatives are focused on health and well-being for all.
Our annual fundraising goal is $82,000. We plan to reach 75% of this goal by December 31, 2025, and 100% of this goal by April 30, 2026. Please consider supporting MoM through a direct donation, or one of the following initiatives: Ongoing – MoM Membership Drive
Membership levels and purchase link: https://mommuseum.org/membership/
$50 – Ally, Individual
$90 – Ally, Household
$250 – Advocate
$500 – Collaborator
$1,000 – Founder’s Circle
December 31, 2025 – End Of Year Giving
Online donation portal: https://mommuseum.org/donate/
Make checks payable to “Museum of Motherhood”
Mailing Address: MoM Art Annex, 538 28th St. N. St. Petersburg, Florida 33713
MoM is a 501c3 non-profit, EIN: 84-3541994
March 27-29, 2026 – MoM Academic & Arts Conference
Reproductive Identities and Resistance: Mothers and Others in Culture, Community and Collaboration.
Website: https://mommuseum.org/conferences/
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 24, 2025
Jenee Priebe | No Good Deeds Art | nogooddeedsart@gmail.com
Barbara Lynch | Museum of Motherhood | ambassadorbarb@gmail.com
Emmy Award-Winning Documentarian Brings Global “Viejas Glorias” Project to St. Petersburg—Celebrating the Power and Beauty of Women Aging
St. Petersburg, FL — [October 24, 2025] — St. Petersburg selected as U.S. kickoff city for groundbreaking international documentary series challenging how society views aging women!
Spanish artist and muralist Marina Capdevila is bringing her internationally acclaimed Viejas Glorias (Glorious Old Women) project to the historic Princess Martha in St. Petersburg as part of a five-city global documentary series. St. Petersburg has been selected as the U.S. launch city, joining host cities in China, Spain, Peru, and Ghana in a transformative exploration of how women—particularly mothers and grandmothers—are perceived as they age.
The Viejas Glorias project challenges deeply ingrained cultural narratives about aging by celebrating the wisdom, resilience, humor, and beauty that come with lived experience. Through intimate interviews, large-scale public murals, and cinematic storytelling, Capdevila and her Emmy Award-winning documentary team are creating a powerful counter-narrative that positions elderly women not as invisible or diminished, but as vessels of strength, cultural memory, and irreplaceable knowledge.
“At a time when our world faces profound social and environmental challenges, we need the perspective that only comes with age,” says Capdevila. “These women have lived through wars, raised families, survived losses, and adapted to unimaginable change. Their stories deserve to be monumental—literally painted on our walls and woven into our collective consciousness.”
Why St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg’s selection as the U.S. kickoff city reinforces its growing international reputation as a leader in public art and progressive cultural dialogue. The project’s alignment with the city’s vibrant mural scene—including Capdevila’s previous work at the 2022 SHINE Mural Festival and the Dali Museum’s 2025 Outside In exhibition—makes it an ideal location to launch this important conversation.
The Museum of Motherhood (MoM), Tampa Bay’s first and only women’s museum, has joined as fiscal sponsor for the project, recognizing the profound synergy between Viejas Glorias and MoM’s mission to celebrate and amplify women’s voices, particularly those of mothers whose contributions are often overlooked or undervalued. All donations are tax-deductible through MoM’s 501(c)(3) status.
A Documentary with Global Impact
The documentary series, directed by an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Diane Larrea, will capture Capdevila’s creative process alongside intimate portraits of the women who inspire her work. A pilot episode filmed in Spain is currently available on Amazon Prime and Apple TV in Europe. The St. Petersburg episode will showcase local mothers and grandmothers whose stories reflect the universal themes of resilience, adaptation, and the privilege of growing old.
Marina Capdevila – Aurora Sulli – La pell dels murs
How You Can Help
The project requires $30,000 by December 1, 2025, to cover artist materials, labor, and the professional film crew’s travel and production costs. In these uncertain times, when many are navigating financial challenges, every contribution—large or small—makes a meaningful difference in ensuring this important story is told. Limited exclusive sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels.
This is more than a mural project—it’s a movement to reshape how we see and value women as they age. It’s an opportunity to position St. Petersburg on the international stage as a city that champions inclusive representation and celebrates the fullness of women’s lives.
About No Good Deeds Art
No Good Deeds Art is a boutique firm offering project management and consulting services for public art projects. Led by former SHINE Mural Festival Director Jenee Priebe, the firm has established itself as a regional leader in arts administration with particular emphasis on murals. Learn more at nogooddeedsart.com and follow @nogooddeeds_art on Instagram and Facebook.
About Museum of Motherhood. The Museum of Motherhood (MoM) is Tampa Bay’s first and only women’s museum—an initiative highlighting m/others and others in the arts, science, and herstory. Through innovative exhibitions and education, MoM examines the ubiquitous nature of reproductive identity, birth, and parenting while exploring the social and psychological factors embedded in these experiences. By amplifying women’s voices and challenging limiting ideologies, MoM fosters a compassionate, inclusive community that celebrates motherhood’s vital role in our cultural narrative. Learn more at MOMmuseum.org. Follow @MuseumofMotherhood and @AmbassadorBarb on Instagram and Facebook.
For Immediate Release: August 20, 2025
Champions for Children
Bgottlieb@cfctb.org
(813) 673-4646 ext. 1114
Champions and Museum of Motherhood announce their partnership in support of moms
(Photo c/o Regina Roig-Romero)
Tampa Bay, FL – August 20, 2025– Champions for Children (CFC) and the Museum of
Motherhood (MoM) are pleased to announce their partnership in support of mothers seeking breastfeeding support.
Champions for Children’s abcProgram, licensed by Baby Café USA, will provide free lactation consultation and breastfeeding support services, beginning September 3, at the Museum of Motherhood, 538 28th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33713. MoM will serve as the program’s new Saint Petersburg location.
The abcProgram offers International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), credentialed through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). IBLCE is the gold standard in clinical lactation care.
Families can access English and fully Spanish support services free of cost and without any eligibility requirements. While registration is encouraged, walk-ins are also welcome. Families should register at cfctb.org/abcprogram.
“We are grateful to the Museum of Motherhood for their partnership. Together, we look forward to providing compassionate, supportive expertise to families who need help to reach their breastfeeding goals with confidence.” says Regina Roig-Romero, program manager for Champions for Children’s ABC Program.
Of the partnership, Martha Joy Rose, MoM Founder and Executive Director says, “We are thrilled about this new partnership with Champions for Children. Their abcProgram speaks to the heart of what we do — working in community to foster compassionate, inclusive environments that uplift individual stories and celebrates women’s vital role in our cultural narrative. By partnering, we are fostering a stronger support system for mothers in the region.”
MoM has been serving the community through its programing, exhibits and collaborative platforms in Pinellas County since 2019 and is Tampa Bay’s first and only women’s museum.
CFC’s ABC program offers breastfeeding support at 10 community locations in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties. Hillsborough County services are made possible by the generous support of BayCare, REACHUP, Inc. and the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County. Pinellas County services are made possible by the generous support of BayCare.
For more information on CFC’s free breastfeeding support services, the abcProgram, Baby Café or free lactation consultation services, visit cfctb.org/abcprogram.
About Champions for Children:
CFC’s mission is to build stronger families with thriving children throughout the Tampa Bay area through child abuse prevention and family education programs.
CFC has served the Tampa Bay area since 1977 and envisions a world free from child abuse and neglect. The work follows a proactive, prevention-first model that is committed to building strong families as support for thriving children. Through nationally accredited programs, CFC provides parents and other supportive, caring adults with education, support, and resources. CFCTB is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization, supported by the generosity of funding partners and private donors.
For more information about CFC, please visit cfctb.org or contact championsforchildren@cfctb.org.
###
Museum of Motherhood is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Tax ID #84-3541994. www.mommuseum.org.
CONTACT: Martha Joy Rose C. 207-504-3001
Health, Wellness & Education events: 2025 initiatives focus on health, wellness and education. MoM has been serving the community through its programing, exhibits and collaborative platforms in Pinellas County since 2019. We reach people where they live, work and play through our family-friendly exhibits, education and arts exhibitions. MoM’s ‘Escape Womb Experience’ is focused on the science of procreation, personal advocacy and the art of m/otherhood.
Museum of Motherhood is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Tax ID #84-3541994
Health, Wellness & Education events: 2025 initiatives focus on health, wellness and education. MoM has been serving the community through its programing, exhibits and collaborative platforms in Pinellas County since 2019. We reach people where they live, work and play through our family-friendly exhibits, education and arts exhibitions. MoM’s ‘Escape Womb Experience’ is focused on the science of procreation, personal advocacy and the art of m/otherhood. OXH Gallery, founded by Odeta Xheka is located in Tampa, features beauty and art with an international flair in the Kress Building, Ybor City.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Dec. 1, 2024) — The Museum of Motherhood has taken a new permanent residence inside Gallery Row at the Factory, St. Pete located at 2606 Fairfield Avenue South in Building 7, Door 2 B (to the left of the FloridaRama & DaddyKool entrance next to Florida Wildlife Corridor).
“Our new location, with free, open, child-friendly space, allows the museum to be even more accessible to visitors across Tampa Bay to tour our interactive exhibits,” said Museum of Motherhood founder and director Martha Joy Rose. “We’re especially proud to remain one of the only museums in our area that does not charge an admission fee and is available for community members to gather, learn and play. There is something for everyone here.”
The museum’s reopening celebration will highlight its newest visitor experience, an escape room adventure aptly named MoM’s Escape Womb. Designed to delight visitors age 18 and above (younger with an accompanying parent or guardian), with clues and puzzles about the secrets of life while visitors explore the nuances of conception, gestation and birth. This 60-minute Escape Womb health and wellness journey is educational and fun. By reservation, tickets can be purchased through the Museum of Motherhood’s website.
Also on location are the Write Out Loud Wall and Big Red Interactive Sculpture designed by local artist Lucky Leroy which features topical news stories, messages and drawings. Visitors are invited to participate and share a testimony. Fabric, markers, and inspiration are available so everyone can leave their mark.
MoM prides itself on sharing a narrative of motherhood that is inclusive and sensitive to all visitors, including those who have chosen not to have children or may have complicated relationships with their own mothers. MoM’s doors are open to the public Thursday-Saturday 12- 6 p.m., and Sunday 12-3 p.m. or by reservation for special event programming and ticketing through the Escape Womb portal.
The Museum of Motherhood redefines how we discuss m/otherhood, viewing it from the perspective of m/others. Through innovative exhibitions and education, MoM examines the ubiquitous nature of reproductive identity, birth, and parenting while elucidating the art, science and herstory of American women.
Most importantly, MoM champions the importance of community. Special health, wellness and education monthly meetups and art-making are organized by Sierra M. Clark with featured speakers. MoM is the recipient of a capacity building grant from the Foundation for a Healthy St Pete 2024 and their 20th anniversary international spring conference is sponsored by USF St Pete and will be held on campus in 2025. With room to roam, toys on site for ages 1-5 yrs., and local volunteers as well as interns from nearby high schools staffing the space, the museum truly welcomes visitors of all ages and stages to gather, grow and be inspired.
Sponsorships: Mary Havlock: Mary@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-MOMS (667)
EMore Video and photographs of the Museum of Motherhood are available here...
The Factory building was sold in May 2024. In June, MoM signed a new lease and relocated October 1 in Gallery Row, Building 7 Door B at The Factory. We are looking forward to this next adventure.
ART
SCIENCE
HERSTORY
Sign up here with membership at MoM
*IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO YOU THINK MIGHT LIKE TO JOIN US: one of our boards, our new MEMBERSHIP community, pt staff, or MOM development, PLEASE DO SEND THEM OUR WAY! They can also fill out this form online or write: INFO@MOMmuseum.org
Thank you,
Martha Joy Rose, Founder/Director