Tasmanian Court Upholds Ban on Men at Women-Only Art Exhibit

The Museum of Old and New Art's 'Ladies Lounge' can legally exclude men to highlight gender inequality, a top court rules.

Tasmania's Supreme Court overturned a previous ruling that ordered the museum to admit men to the 'Ladies Lounge' exhibit.
The court found that the exhibit promotes equal opportunity by highlighting the societal disadvantages faced by women.
Curator Kirsha Kaechele admitted in June that the artworks, including supposed Picassos, were forgeries she created.
The 'Ladies Lounge' opened in 2020 and aims to give women a sense of advantage in a 'flipped universe' setting.
The case will return to the tribunal for reconsideration, but the exhibit remains closed pending further legal steps.