Tag #Ditchling Museum

What is the significance of abuse survivors directly curating an exhibition of Eric Gill's work, and how does this approach differ from previous responses to his legacy?

The Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft will exhibit Eric Gill's artwork alongside details of his sexual abuse of his daughters, marking a unique collaboration with abuse survivors who are curating the display. This approach contrasts with previous responses to Gill's legacy, where some institutions removed his work, while others provided minimal context. The exhibition aims to confront Gill's crimes directly, acknowledging their impact and providing a more complete understanding of the artist and his work.