Breaking Down Walls: Addressing Mass Incarceration through Art and Design

Join the Michigan Justice Fund (MJF) in partnership with the Prison Creative Arts Project (PCAP), Coldwater Kitchen documentary film, and local Detroit educator, artist, and designer Lauren Williams for a powerful exhibition amplifying the voices of communities impacted by issues of mass incarceration statewide. MJF believes some of Michigan’s most creative minds and potential are imprisoned. Mass incarceration directly and violently opposes the free movement of information, opportunities, creative solutions, and, most importantly, people. Yet, systems-impacted populations create despite and in direct response to this dehumanizing system.  This exhibition illuminates the realities of mass incarceration and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit through the artistry of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals and allies. From poignant reflections on isolation to vibrant celebrations of community, immerse yourself in a diverse array of artworks spanning various mediums.  This exhibition will open with an evening reception featuring a guided conversation between PCAP staff…