Art Handler Art Show

The Art Handler Art Show is a group exhibition created by and for professional art handlers who work in museums and galleries. While art handlers spend their careers installing and caring for other artists’ work, many are artists themselves—some actively developing their practices and others whose creative work has been set aside because of time, financial pressure, or the unpredictability of the art world. The exhibition offers a welcoming space for art handlers to share their work, connect with colleagues, and provide insight into the people who help museums function.

Curated by Sasha Perry, the exhibition is installed by Mike Keaveney, Nefertiti Warren, and Perry. It features work by Rochelle Abramowitz, Kara Aledort, Ilya Ariadne, Sarah Emily Balough, Dylan Batty, Dre Britton, Erick Buendia, Amanda Chacón, Chelsea Dobert-Kehn, Deonta Elite, Adam Franchino, Dale R. Hunt, Jordan Jackson, Jonathan Kaler, Nat Melnikova, Terence Nicholson, Grace Orellana, Anokhi Shah, Izze Sheppard, Andrei Trach, Kayla Venters, Emanda Womer, and Maya Yacob.

When: October 3–25, 2026

Showtimes: The opening reception is October 3 from 3:00–5:00 PM. The closing reception is October 25 from 4:00–6:00 PM. The exhibition is open during all events.

Viewing Information: Visitors may email the venue to arrange a different viewing time.

Curator: Sasha Perry

Installation: Mike Keaveney, Nefertiti Warren, and Sasha Perry

Lineup: Rochelle Abramowitz; Kara Aledort; Ilya Ariadne; Sarah Emily Balough; Dylan Batty; Dre Britton; Erick Buendia; Amanda Chacón; Chelsea Dobert-Kehn; Deonta Elite; Adam Franchino; Dale R. Hunt; Jordan Jackson; Jonathan Kaler; Nat Melnikova; Terence Nicholson; Grace Orellana; Anokhi Shah; Izze Sheppard; Andrei Trach; Kayla Venters; Emanda Womer; and Maya Yacob.

Venue: Rhizome DC

Tickets: Price not available