1708 Gallery’s mission is to present exceptional new art. 1708 Gallery is committed to providing opportunities for artistic innovation for emerging and established artists and to expanding the understanding and appreciation of new art for the public. Its exhibition program features recent and newly commissioned work by artists who engage critically with the culture of our times, and whose practices highlight overlooked, under-valued or speculative subject positions. 1708 mounts six exhibitions annually in its main gallery space, organizes several satellite projects, including the annual InLight Richmond festival, and publishes an online journal, ext. 1708. 1708’s public art initiatives cultivate dialogue and exchange with a range of Richmond neighborhoods, expanding the diversity of participants in its programs and connecting its curatorial efforts to those of peer organizations around the country.
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Lilliana Farber, “Adrift,” 2020. Microchips, LED light, solar charger, stone, plastic shelf, thermal printer.
Lilliana Farber, “Adrift,” 2020. Microchips, LED light, solar charger, stone, plastic shelf, thermal printer.
“Primordial Emanations: that which is brought forth follows the womb: a surrender to her luminous blackness,” 2020, Exhibition detail, Courtesy of the Artists and 1708 Gallery, photograph by David Hale
“Primordial Emanations: that which is brought forth follows the womb: a surrender to her luminous blackness,” 2020, Exhibition view, Courtesy of the Artists and 1708 Gallery, photograph by David Hale.
Mahari Chabwera, “I am fluid, I embrace my tides, Isis guide my rise,” 2020, Tempered glass, cowrie, gemstone, acrylic and oil tapestry painting, Courtesy of the Artist and 1708 Gallery, photograph by David Hale.
“Primordial Emanations: that which is brought forth follows the womb: a surrender to her luminous blackness,” 2020, Exhibition view, Courtesy of the Artists and 1708 Gallery, photograph by David Hale.
“The Foundation’s commitment to supporting artists by funding the institutions that incubate, encourage, exhibit and critically engage their work is unwavering. Non-profit arts organizations face profound challenges due to the political, economic, social and cultural upheavals of our current moment. At the same time, and more than ever, artists need the supportive community and creative encouragement that these organizations provide.”
Joel Wachs, President