SHE Society
The Contemporary Dayton is proud to revive its 2019 initiative celebrating 100 years of women’s right to vote: The SHE Society.
The SHE Society brings together women and men to champion women artists through visionary exhibitions and unique events. In today’s world, where ongoing challenges continue to highlight inequalities, the SHE Society takes on an even deeper meaning. It is a space to celebrate creativity, find solace, and build strength. It shines a spotlight on innovation and resilience while fostering solidarity and community.
How You Can Be Involved
Become a SHE Society Subscriber or GIFT A Season Subscription!
The SHE Society Presale
Season Subscription: $700 (price increases to $750 on September 1)
Your Support Makes an Impact
As a SHE Society Member, you’ll champion powerful exhibitions and be part of uplifting events that foster community, spark connection, and celebrate the powerful role of women’s leadership in contemporary art.
*If you can’t use all of your tickets or are unable to attend, we invite you to donate your extra ticket to help an emerging artist experience the event. Your gift creates opportunities for the next generation of artists and strengthens our creative community. To donate a ticket, please email us at [email protected].
Become a subscriber today through our Donate Now link and include “SHE Society” in the Additional Comments section, by email, or by calling us at 937/224.3822.
Your 2025-2026 SHE Society Subscription Includes:
SHE Spotlight Award: The Contemporary Dayton 2025 Biennial Members’ Exhibition
SHE Society Members are invited to select The SHE Society Most Promising Voice award to an emerging female artist from The Contemporary Dayton 2025, our popular biennial Members’ exhibition.
Date & Time: The Contemporary Dayton 2025 Members’ Exhibition Opening Party, Friday, September 12, 2025, 5-8 p.m.
Location: The Contemporary Dayton
SHE Society Invitation: Artist Talk & Dinner with Xaviera Simmons
Reserved seating for Xaviera Simmons’ Artist Talk and an exclusive donor dinner with the artist (two tickets*).
Date & Time: Saturday, November 15 2025, 6:30 p.m
Location: The Contemporary Dayton & TBA
SHE Society Invitation: Spring 2026 Exhibitions Preview & Dinner
Member & Donor Preview of our Spring 2026 exhibitions and an exclusive donor dinner (two tickets*).
Date & Time: Tentatively scheduled for March 11, 2026, 6 p.m
Location: The Contemporary Dayton & TBA
Your gift helps us:
- Keep contemporary art accessible and free for the Dayton community
- Support local and national artists through exhibitions and commissions
- Sustain critical arts programming and educational initiatives
Join us in bridging the gap and ensuring The Contemporary Dayton remains a hub for bold, thought-provoking art.
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WED – SAT / 11 AM – 6 PM
CLOSED SUN, MON & TUES
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Dayton, OH 45402
THE CONTEMPORARY DAYTON
The Contemporary Dayton is a non-profit gallery and artist resource that provides art for the community and a community for artists since 1991.
