Art for Exoneration: The Vernon T. Bateman Experience

Monday, July 21 – Saturday, August 2
Gallery Forty Two
42 E. Washington St.

For two weeks, between July 21 and August 2, Vernon T. Bateman and his team of artists—including filmmakers, writers, art historians and theorists, painters, and more—are transforming the elegant Gallery Forty Two, Indianapolis‘ oldest surviving commercial structure, into a distinctive and diverse set of experiences.

Thanks to our sponsors, including the Herbert Simon Family Foundation, Innocence Project, Exoneration Project, Sam’s Square Pie, building’s nearly 8,000 square feet will host a range of events for anyone and everyone, including but not limited to:

Week One

  • GRAND OPENING: Monday, July 21, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm:
  • Friday, July 25, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm:
    • “Illustrate to Educate:” Group Show with Providence Cristo Rey High School Students

Week Two

  • Friday, August 1, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm:
    • First Friday Opening: “A History of Resilience: How Humanity Heals”
      • Artist Talk
      • Screening of Documentaries on Vernon’s Struggle for Exoneration

Click here purchase a general admission ticket that covers two weeks of access to Gallery Forty Two. Admission includes daily entrance and several special events.

Click here to sponsor the experience!