exhibitions
Re/De-Constructing identity
05/14/2015 - 06/14/2015
In 2016, the Rabbit Gallery opened to a successful crowd of over 200 visitors. This year’s theme was “Re/De-Constructing Identity,” centering around explorations and examinations of identity and the frameworks in which it is constructed. The Rabbit hosted a panel on identity in the arts featuring guests from the Lawrence community, as well as dance performances directed by Lawrence University Instructor of Dance, Margaret Paek, and several musical performances. The Rabbit partnered with Relay for Life to raise money and awareness for this year’s relay mission, “Paint Your World Purple.” The Gallery accepted spotlight work focusing on issues surrounding cancer’s impact on society.
Lacuna
05/14/2015 - 06/14/2015
In 2015, the Rabbit Gallery had another successful year full of events and intriguing artwork. Adopting the theme of Lacuna, the Rabbit welcomed a variety of media from several community artists and hosted an array of events including: open poetry night, SOL studios performances, Excursion: A Greyfell production, local music, and more.
In addition, the Rabbit created a catalogue with all the works involved in Lacuna.
In 2014, the Rabbit Gallery entered a long narrow space in downtown Appleton. With a fresh coat of traditional Rabbit Gallery red and blue and a large white rabbit, the space was completely transformed. The Rabbit Gallery partnered with NAMI-Fox Valley and shed light on the important topic of mental health with several programming events such as a talk by Dr. Kelly Duggan on society's perception of mental illness and a silent auction benefitting NAMI-Fox Valley. In addition, the Rabbit also held a poetry and spoken word event for the community.
Untamed
05/16/2013 - 06/16/2013
In 2013, the Rabbit Gallery revived a large space on College Avenue previously owned by an art supply store and framing gallery. With an array of artwork - sculpture, photography, painting, ceramics, and more - the Rabbit generated a lot of local buzz on radio stations and newspapers. With successful volunteer participation, the Rabbit was able to provide a space for local artists to show their work and the community to come together.