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Leaving the Fold: Art from the Journey Out of High-Control Systems

Leaving the Fold: Art from the Journey Out of High-Control Systems

In-Person
SEP 18

Friday, September 18 - Thursday, September 24

6:00 PM local time

Southeast 11th Avenue 417, Portland

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About

Twenty-three artists come together in Leaving the Fold to share what it means to leave a high-control religion or secular cult and rebuild a life on your own terms. Through creative artistic expression, they explore questioning, grief, healing, and personal freedom. The exhibit offers a space for connection and conversation—and a celebration of what becomes possible when we are free to find our own way.

Opening Reception

Friday, September 18th

5:00-9:00pm

5:00-7:00pm mingling and meeting artists

7:00-9:00pm live performances from our artists

Read Aloud & Artist Forum

Sunday, September 20th

5:00-7:00pm

5:00pm: Artists read their writings about Leaving the Fold

6:00pm: Artist Forum facilitated by Ashlen Hilliard (all pronouns), a Cult Intervention Specialist

​# Collage Art Night

Monday, September 21st

4:00-7:00pm

Everyone is invited to create a collage reflecting their journey of questioning or leaving a high-control system. Supplies provided. Drop in and create!

Tarot Readings & Guided Meditation

5:00-6:30pm Artist Amanda Rose (she/her), will be offering tarot readings

7:00-8:00pm Amanda will lead visitors in a calming meditation and sound bath.

Open to the public.

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