SURVIVOR NEST
Survivor Nest is a healing arts project dedicated to adult survivors of incest and childhood sexual abuse.
In September 2021, a human-sized nest was built in dedication to those who have experienced this type of trauma.
Once The NEST was built it was offered as a safe space for survivors to be witnessed and heard.
Participants were interviewed, photographed in The NEST, and led through writing circles as a way to find liberation from the burdens of this trauma. It was an opportunity to face and embrace the wounds and give them the love they deserve.
The Nest portraits and stories that you see throughout this exhibition are a visual and written reflection of the brave souls who have a pulsing in their hearts for freedom not only for themselves but for the many other children still being abused.
Our mission with this project and artwork is to create ripple effect of healing not only for the survivors who get a chance to express and free themselves but also for the people who view it.
This art is a reminder of how important it is to slow down, tend to our wounds, create safe spaces, and reflect on how we treat the vulnerable parts of ourselves and the vulnerable members of our society.
Empowered Voice Magazine
Claire O’Leary of Empowered Voice produced a full magazine about The Survivor Nest and copies are being sold to raise funds for the continuation of the project.
Click here to order your copy of the magazine to show your support.
Exhibition Details
PRIVATE VIP PRE-SCREENING
Wednesday, April 20, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Opening Night
Friday, April 22, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Sound Bath & Book Reading
Saturday, April 23, 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Panel Discussion
Friday, April 29, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Gallery is open daily
Sunday to Thursday: 1:00 – 6:00 pm
Friday and Saturday: 1:00 – 9:00 pm
FIND OUT MORE
Learn more about the Survivor Nest here.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Lynn Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.