Join us for the opening reception of Laugh Lines from 6-8pm - the third and final exhibition in Union Hall’s 2024 Rough Gems series!
Light refreshments will be provided.
About Laugh Lines
Curated by Zak Ashburn, Laugh Lines is a thought-provoking and transformative group exhibition that challenges societal norms through the lens of humor. This dynamic showcase delves into cultural critiques, using humor as a multilayered tool to expose truth, darkness, love, and more. Through diverse mediums such as sculpture, photography, performance, installation, and fiber, the exhibition invites viewers to confront old narratives and explore cultural trauma. The artworks celebrate the transformative power of humor, acting as both a mirror to society and a means of collective catharsis. "Laugh Lines" fosters critical thinking, questioning societal norms, and offers a safe space for processing cultural trauma, sparking meaningful conversations about humor's role in navigating cultural complexities.
Exhibiting artists: Nicholas Nakai Garcia, Gabriel Hutchings, Betsy $B Rudolph, Carolina Maki, Eli West, and Yiwei Leo Wang.
Laugh Lines will be on view through April 20. Union Hall’s gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 12-6pm.
Location, Parking & Accessibility
We value your time with us. If you have specific needs or requirements that would make your experience more comfortable at Union Hall please reach out to us at info@unionhalldenver.org with accommodation requests.
Union Hall is located inside the first floor of The Coloradan in downtown Denver at 1750 Wewatta Street, Suite 144. There are two entrances to the building equipped with power assist doors and all public areas are wheelchair accessible. Street parking is available along Wewatta Street. Paid public parking is located in the building garage on the corner of Wewatta & 18th Street with wheelchair accessible spaces. Union Hall is located directly next to the Union Station train tracks, providing access to a variety of public transportation options including the bus, light rail, train, and ride shares. If you have trouble locating us on the day of the event call us at (720) 927-4033.
The gallery will be lit by spotlights placed on the artwork and furniture, and low dim overhead lights on the floors. Light music will playing from an overhead sound system at moderate volume. You will be surrounded by artwork on the walls and floors. Several ADA accessible seating areas will be available from benches and couches, to single seating chairs. Artwork should not inhibit your ability for movement throughout the space, and all areas of the gallery will remain ADA accessible during the opening reception, and for the duration of the exhibition.