The History of Art in Prisons
Thu, Jul 10, 2025 17:30 PM - Fri, Jul 11, 2025 19:00 PM
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About this Event
In the Victorian era, there was a keen interest in art in secure settings. Art was supposed to evoke a domestic atmosphere, as well as aiming to improve minds and morals. But it could also be a way for prisoners to have a voice – through graffiti, or handcrafted objects.
This event brings together speakers on the history of art in prisons, alongside contemporary exhibitions on prisoner art. Speakers include Laura McAtackney on the history of graffiti and other art in Irish prisons and Dominique Moran, who curated the exhibition ‘Incarcerated: Contemporary Arts from the Victorian Prison’.
Image: Art created for the ‘Prison Nursing Unlocked’ exhibition at HMP Eastwood Park
This event is open to all and takes place in person only. There will be live subtitles.
If you have any questions or accessibility needs, please contact us on rcn.library@rcn.org.uk or 0345 337 3368.
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