Who was Armine Nutting Gosling?
A leader with wide sympathies, Armine Nutting Gosling (1861-1942) campaigned for votes for women, first in St. John's where in 1921 a limited property-based franchise was instituted. Describing this as a "stepping stone to greater things" she then led the island-wide Women's Franchise League to victory in 1925. She also provided leadership to child welfare, maternal health and animal rights movements, and reforms in girl's education and women's sports.
No class, or race, or sex can have its interests attended to...
unless it is represented by direct suffrage."
Why this initiative is vital
Sharing the “herstory” of a woman of distinction, whose work helped shape the lives of those choosing a different path from tradition, will inspire others to take bold steps in forging their own life trajectory. Weaving the significant contributions of women back into our historical narrative is a critical stepping stone to equality and towards balanced representation.
Through a realized design by artist Sheila Coultas, Gosling will be commemorated life-sized, in bronze, in Bannerman Park, St. John’s as the first statue of a named woman in the capital’s history. It will also be the first public statue in the province designed by a woman.
Through a realized design by artist Sheila Coultas, Gosling will be commemorated life-sized, in bronze, in Bannerman Park, St. John’s as the first statue of a named woman in the capital’s history. It will also be the first public statue in the province designed by a woman.
Donate today - as individuals:
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Together we are on a journey to achieve recognition for Armine and the Women's Suffrage Movement.
It is not one person, but many that will #RaiseHerUp on metaphorical 'blocks' purchased by individuals. You can purchase one or many. Donors are listed online in perpetuity, linked through a QR code which will appear on the statue's interpretive sign. Individual donors gifting $1,000+ will also be listed directly on the statue signage in Bannerman Park. |
Each 'block' is $25 - you can buy one or more, as a one-time or a monthly donation.
Custom dedications to the special women in your life are a popular option - in memoriam, for birthdays, or holiday presents. Every donation receives a charitable tax receipt. If you prefer to pay by cheque, it may be made out to "Persistence Theatre Company" and mailed to Persistence Theatre Company, The Nest - 410 East White Hills Road, St. John's, NL A1A 5J7 Canada |
Contribute - as a corporation:
- Company logo on the statue's interpretive sign in the popular Bannerman Park
- A private lecture from a renowned historian for clients and staff
- Logo included in promotional material for statue unveiling (evites, website, print)
- Opportunity to host company employees and clients at the statue's unveiling
Project progress to date
The Gosling Statue project officially launched in August 2022 with an announcement of $100,000 in support from the Department of Canadian Heritage and an unveiling of the maquette designed by statue artist Sheila Coultas, in partnership with the Newfoundland Bronze Foundry. The full sized statue will be cast in bronze and is planned for erection in Bannerman Park in 2025 to coincide with the 100th anniversary of women gaining the right to vote in 1925.
